Twinkling

/ˈtwɪŋklɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a brief flash of light; sparkle.

There was a twinkling of light from the distant lighthouse.

a shimmering effect or quality.

Her gown had a twinkling finish that caught everyone's eye at the party.

verb

to shine with a flickering light; sparkle.

The stars were twinkling in the clear night sky.

to emit a brief flicker of light.

The candle's flame began twinkling as a draft entered the room.

From Middle English 'twinklen', frequentative of 'twinken', to blink or flicker.

twinkling of an eye

A very short time period.

twinkling lights

Decorative lights that flash or flicker, often associated with festivities.

twinkle

To shine with a flickering light.

glimmer

A faint or wavering light.

To be lively or cheerful.

She was in a twinkling mood at the party.

To nod off; to fall asleep briefly.

I was so tired that I started twinkling during the movie.