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glint

 

[ ɡlɪnt ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

sparkling light

A glint is a small flash or beam of light, often reflecting off a shiny surface. It is a brief and sudden light that catches your eye.

Synonyms

glimmer, sparkle, twinkle

Examples of usage

  • The glint of the sun on the water was blinding.
  • She noticed a glint of metal in the grass.
Context #2 | Verb

to shine brightly

To glint means to shine brightly or produce a quick flash of light. It can also refer to something that reflects light in a sparkling manner.

Synonyms

flash, gleam, glisten

Examples of usage

  • Her eyes glinted with mischief.
  • The diamond glinted in the sunlight.

Translations

Translations of the word "glint" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilho

🇮🇳 चमक

🇩🇪 Glitzern

🇮🇩 kilau

🇺🇦 блиск

🇵🇱 błysk

🇯🇵 きらめき

🇫🇷 éclat

🇪🇸 destello

🇹🇷 parıltı

🇰🇷 반짝임

🇸🇦 لمعان

🇨🇿 lesk

🇸🇰 lesk

🇨🇳 闪光

🇸🇮 bleščanje

🇮🇸 glampi

🇰🇿 жарқыл

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალება

🇦🇿 parıltı

🇲🇽 destello

Etymology

The word 'glint' originated from the Middle English word 'glenten', meaning 'to shine or gleam'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The term evolved over time to represent a brief flash of light or sparkle, often associated with shiny objects or reflections.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,918, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.