Glimmered

Glimmered describes a faint or unsteady light or shine, often appearing briefly or intermittently. It suggests a subdued or subtle radiance, like light filtering through a crack or a distant, flickering flame. The word conveys a sense of uncertainty or impermanence, hinting at something fragile or obscured. It often implies a soft, gentle luminosity rather than a bright or overpowering glare. It can also figuratively depict fleeting instances of hope, understanding, or emotion, suggesting something partially revealed or barely discernible. The intensity implied by the word can also signify a sign of potential, a whisper of promise that can be discovered.

Glimmered meaning with examples

• The dying embers of the campfire glimmered in the darkness, casting dancing shadows on the surrounding trees. The faint light offered some safety from the unknown, but also presented the potential to be overwhelmed. The last, fading embers, showed the end of a night as shadows began to retreat from the light. With the glimmer of light, the stars shined, awaiting a new day.
• Hope glimmered in her eyes as she heard news that would lead to a better future; her fears began to fade. The chance of redemption and a happy life was very real. The chance to make new friends, and take advantage of all the opportunity a happy life has to offer; would change the world. The potential of opportunity gave her the chance to make new friends.
• Through the dense fog, the distant lighthouse glimmered like a beacon of safety, guiding ships away from the rocky coastline. The lighthouse showed them there was an opportunity, and an easy way out of the fog. The glimmer of hope brought relief, and showed them the way out of the fog, through the night. This small bit of hope was a gift that no one expected.
• A single tear glimmered on her cheek as she listened to the sad song, reflecting the pain in her heart. The pain reminded her of all she had lost. The sadness in her heart was only surpassed by the glimmer of hope. These tears showed a glimpse of the emotional, and offered the chance to start again; no matter the time. This sadness was needed.
• Sunlight glimmered on the surface of the lake, creating an almost magical scene of gold and green as it reflected on the water. This scene caused the opportunity to take new photos. The water reflected the colors of the forest around it, and the lake glimmered as well. It created a picture that made this place perfect for a photograph.