Shimmer

usgb/ˈʃɪmər/
verb

To shine with a soft, changing light.

The lake shimmered in the moonlight.
Visual representation of "shimmer" - to shine with a soft, changing light

Often appears as...

  • shimmer in the light
  • shimmer with heat
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Subtle Illumination

Use 'shimmer' to describe a gentle, often beautiful light, not a strong or harsh one.

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Her necklace shimmered softly in the candlelight.
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Hint of Movement

'Shimmer' implies a light that seems to move or change slightly, not static.

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The city lights shimmered below, making the skyline look magical.
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Metaphorical Beauty

Sometimes 'shimmer' is used metaphorically to express an elusive quality or feeling.

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Hope shimmered within her despite the circumstances.
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