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aglitter

 

[ əˈɡlɪtər ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing shine

The term 'aglitter' refers to something that is shimmering or sparkling, often used to describe surfaces that reflect light in a brilliant way. It can be associated with everything from the glimmer of stars in the night sky to the shine of gemstones. The word evokes images of a glittering appearance that catches the eye and draws attention. Commonly used in poetry and descriptive writing, 'aglitter' suggests beauty and allure through its reflective quality.

Synonyms

glimmering, shimmering, sparkling

Examples of usage

  • The lake was aglitter under the morning sun.
  • Her dress was aglitter with sequins, catching everyone's gaze.
  • The fireworks exploded, leaving the night sky aglitter with colors.

Translations

Translations of the word "aglitter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilhante

🇮🇳 चमकता हुआ

🇩🇪 glänzend

🇮🇩 berkilau

🇺🇦 блискучий

🇵🇱 błyszczący

🇯🇵 きらめく

🇫🇷 scintillant

🇪🇸 brillante

🇹🇷 parlak

🇰🇷 빛나는

🇸🇦 متلألئ

🇨🇿 iskřivý

🇸🇰 iskriaci

🇨🇳 闪亮的

🇸🇮 svetleč

🇮🇸 glansandi

🇰🇿 жылтыр

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალე

🇦🇿 parıldayan

🇲🇽 brillante

Word origin

The word 'aglitter' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'a-' and the word 'glitter'. The prefix 'a-' often suggests a state or condition, while 'glitter' comes from the Old English 'glitrian', meaning to shine or to sparkle. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass a more poetic and descriptive quality, often used in literature to convey a sense of beauty and brilliance. The use of 'aglitter' ties back to a long tradition in English of using poetic and musical language to evoke imagery. Its appearance in texts dates back several centuries, suggesting a consistent appreciation for the beauty represented by glittering surfaces.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,045, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.