glitter

glit-ter · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A bright, shimmering, reflected light.

  2. 2.

    To shine with a bright, shimmering light.

  3. 3.

    Tiny pieces of sparkling material used for decoration.

  4. 4.

    Superficial attractiveness or showiness.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    all that glitters is not gold — things that appear valuable may not be
  • •
    glitz and glitter — showy but superficial attractiveness

Related words

See also: shimmer, shine, sparkle
Synonyms: shimmer, shine, sparkle

Etymology

From Old Norse glitra ("to glitter"), related to Old English glitenian ("to shine"). Of Germanic origin.