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scintillated

 

[ ˈsɪn.tɪ.leɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

light display

To scintillate means to emit flashes of light or sparkle. It often describes a quick, flickering effect of light that is illuminating and attractive. This term can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as describing stars that shine brightly in the night sky or someone's lively personality that sparkles with energy. The word evokes a sense of brightness and vibrancy, adding a lively element to the description of light.

Synonyms

glimmered, shimmered, sparkled, twinkled.

Examples of usage

  • The stars scintillated above us in the clear night sky.
  • Her eyes scintillated with excitement as she shared the news.
  • The fireworks scintillated against the dark backdrop of the evening.
  • The diamonds in her necklace scintillated under the bright lights.

Translations

Translations of the word "scintillated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 brilhante

🇮🇳 चमकना

🇩🇪 funkeln

🇮🇩 berkilau

🇺🇦 іскритися

🇵🇱 błyszczeć

🇯🇵 きらめく

🇫🇷 scintiller

🇪🇸 destellar

🇹🇷 parıldamak

🇰🇷 반짝이다

🇸🇦 يتلألأ

🇨🇿 iskřit

🇸🇰 iskriť

🇨🇳 闪烁

🇸🇮 sijati

🇮🇸 glitra

🇰🇿 жарқырау

🇬🇪 ბრწყინვალება

🇦🇿 parıldamaq

🇲🇽 destellar

Etymology

The word 'scintillate' comes from the Latin verb 'scintillare', meaning 'to sparkle,' which itself is derived from 'scintilla,' meaning 'spark.' The term has been in use in English since the early 17th century. Initially, it described the action of emitting sparks or flashes of light in a literal sense, relating closely to the behavior of fire or stars. Over time, its usage expanded to include figurative meanings, such as expressing wit or lively conversation. The connection between the visual effects of light and lively thoughts has made 'scintillate' a popular choice for both poetic and ordinary language.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,535, 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.