SHIMMERING Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in glistening

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shimmering

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verb

present participle of shimmer

as in gleaming

to shoot forth bursts of light a sequined dress shimmering under the studio lights

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Recent Examples of shimmering

Adjective

When the oil is shimmering, add the grated zucchini and one ramen seasoning packet. — Kate Williams, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The top is also now offered in four colors, including a new Tecnico Ottanio weave that has a shimmering look when the sun hits it. — Howard Walker, Robb Report, 7 Aug. 2026 The strappy gown featured a shimmering corset bodice embellished with hundreds of miniature crystals arranged in floral patterns. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 2 Aug. 2026 Prawn and black truffle dumplings are a joy, the shimmering black casings colored with charcoal powder and stuffed with toothsome shrimp. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 An elegant conservatory, a beloved aquarium known for its shimmering jade green tiles reminiscent of an underwater tavern, and the small but excellent Dossin Great Lakes Museum are a few of the treasures found here. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026 The track unites three distinctive voices over Chrome Sparks’ lush, cinematic production, pairing Khalid’s soulful delivery with Jónsi’s unmistakable falsetto atop shimmering electronic textures. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 31 July 2026 The couple looked dapper at the 2017 event, with Jillian in a flowing taupe blouse with a shimmering skirt, and Patrick in a classic black tuxedo. — Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 31 July 2026 Saldaña was draped in a black V-neck gown; Kidman sported effortlessly chic bangs and a shimmering Art Deco–esque top. — Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026

Verb

Blunt even added long, shimmering drop earrings for a subtle hit of sparkle. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 17 Aug. 2026 The towering style, standing around 5 to 6 inches, featured shimmering metallic uppers and pointed toes with buckle accents affixed to the toe boxes. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026 Built around shimmering guitars and an unexpectedly propulsive rhythmic backbone, the track balances DIIV’s familiar haze with an anthemic immediacy. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 6 Aug. 2026 Plush owls are packed into the kind of old-fashioned leather cases which feature prominently in the Potter films while toys of the stars sit on shimmering circular brass shelves next to decorative magical artifacts such as candles and crystal balls. — Caroline Reid, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 Saldaña, shimmering in Cartier, mingled with costars and hugged fans and friends, giving Kidman an especially tight squeeze. — Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026 Divide the oil between two skillets and heat until shimmering. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026 The five-year-old could be seen rocking a red T-shirt while throwing shimmering streamers open before a window, where pink and red balloons floated outside. — Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 More and more people are growing out and leaning into their shimmering silver, and the only thing cooler than embracing the color is figuring out the haircut that makes the most of it in a way that’s very you. — Marci Robin, Allure, 17 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for shimmering

Adjective

Shot on location in Alberta, Canada, the blooming grasslands, breathtaking sunrises, glistening rivers and immense mountaintops are characters in their own right, often pulling audiences in when the storyline itself is drastically lacking.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026
Styled by Leslie Fremar, the actress wore a glistening silver dress made entirely of shredded metallic fringing that dangled around her body.

— Meg Walters, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Definition of glistening

Verb

This is near the end of an extensive tour of the enormous, gleaming vessel.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026
Only guests in the larger rooms gain access to the rooftop, with its heated pool, and the Vault bar, arguably the highlight of the whole affair, cocooned among 3,000 gleaming safe deposit boxes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of gleaming

Adjective

America’s national parks shine in the summertime, with spectacular mountain passes thawed for the season, sparkling lakes and glittering beaches at the peak of their allure, and blankets of wildflowers exploding into bloom.

— Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
Now, revisit some of the most glittering diadems worn by Queen Mary, which later became favorites of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

— Natasha Leake, Vanity Fair, 2 June 2026

Definition of glittering

Verb

The tub, toilet and sink are all white, shining more or less, and the room has faded bluish linoleum on the floor and tired, dirty-pink walls.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Aug. 2026
By shining a light on one of her toughest periods (Diana and Charles separated in 1992), Stewart empathized with Diana deeply.

— Giovana Gelhoren, InStyle, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of shining

Adjective

Vendetta Uomo takes a warmer, spicier direction, pairing sparkling ginger and a cinnamon liqueur accord with a modern woodsy twist.

— Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026
However, the jewels Mary acquired throughout her lifetime serve as a sparkling reminder of her legacy, from the Cullinan diamonds to the Queen Mary’s bandeau tiara which Meghan Markle wore on her wedding day in 2018.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of sparkling

Verb

Tottenham, repressed for so long in their spending and ambition, are suddenly flashing the cash like a slot machine, dropping £237million ($324m) already.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
The best Catskills hotels and Hudson Valley retreats offer a quiet respite from the flashing lights of the city and a place to check in with your thoughts after a busy work season.

— Lori Keong, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2026

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