What does glitter mean?

To shine with many small flashes of reflected light. Tiny shiny pieces used to decorate things. Bright sparkling light, or an appearance of glamour and excitement.

How is glitter pronounced?

UK /ˈɡlɪtə/, US /ˈɡlɪtər/.

glitter

/ˈɡlɪtə/ · /ˈɡlɪtər/

CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3866 in the learning path

闪耀；闪烁

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Definitions

v. To shine with many small flashes of reflected light.

闪耀；闪烁

n. Tiny shiny pieces used to decorate things.

闪光装饰粉

n. Bright sparkling light, or an appearance of glamour and excitement.

耀眼光芒；华丽外表

Example

Tiny drops of water glitter on the leaves outside.

外面树叶上的小水珠闪闪发亮。

Although city skylines glitter at night, excessive artificial lighting can disrupt wildlife and waste energy.

虽然城市的天际线在夜晚灯光璀璨，但过量的人工照明会干扰野生动物并浪费能源。

Collocations

glitter in the sunlight
gold glitter
the glitter of fame

Word family

glittering (adj.)
glittery (adj.)

Synonyms

sparkle
twinkle

Usage tip

作动词表示闪耀；作闪光装饰粉讲时通常不可数。

FAQ

What does glitter mean?: To shine with many small flashes of reflected light. Tiny shiny pieces used to decorate things. Bright sparkling light, or an appearance of glamour and excitement.
How is glitter pronounced?: UK /ˈɡlɪtə/, US /ˈɡlɪtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.