Glistening

/ˈɡlɪsənɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Present participle of glisten, meaning to shine or reflect light.

The ocean was glistening under the bright afternoon sun.

To shine with a shimmering or sparkling light.

The stars were glistening in the clear night sky.

adjective

Shining with a sparkling light; gleaming.

The glistening dew on the grass sparkled in the early morning sunlight.

Bright and lustrous; reflecting light in a way that shines.

She wore a dress made of glistening fabric that caught everyone's attention at the party.

Appearing wet or slick, often reflecting light.

The road was glistening after the rain, creating a beautiful scene in the twilight.

Derived from the Middle English 'glistnen', akin to the Old Norse 'glitra' meaning to shine.

glistening eyes:

Eyes that are bright and shining, often due to emotion.

glistening snow:

Snow that appears to sparkle in the sunlight.

glistening surface:

A surface that shines or gleams as a result of light reflecting off of it.

Looking fresh or attractive.

He's glistening in that new suit!

Being well-prepared or polished.

Her presentation was glistening; she really nailed it.