Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

glisten

verb
/ˈɡlɪsən/
Definition
To shine with a sparkling light.
Examples
  • The dew on the grass began to glisten in the morning sun.
  • Her eyes would glisten with happiness whenever she spoke about her family.
  • The stars glistened in the clear night sky.
Meaning
To reflect light in a way that creates a sparkling or shimmering appearance.
Synonyms
  • shine
  • sparkle
  • glow
  • glimmer
  • twinkle