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Wordabulary

shimmer

Pronunciation
Verb A2 Elementary

Quick answer

To shine with a soft, faint, unsteady light.

"The lake shimmered under the afternoon sun."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

glimmer sparkle

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The lake _____ under the afternoon sun."

Answer: shimmer

In your own words, what does "shimmer" mean?

To shine with a soft, faint, unsteady light.

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