glitter
verb (used without object)
to reflect light with a brilliant, sparkling luster; sparkle with reflected light.
glittered
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past participleof glitter.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof glitter.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
glitterverb (used without object)to reflect light with a brilliant, sparkling luster; sparkle with reflected light.
Example Sentences
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They glittered in gold platform heels, black and tan powersuits, and fur-lined wool dresses for the winter chill lingering in Washington.
From Salon ● Mar. 19, 2026
They also didn’t reinvest farm income or Exxon’s dividends, and they picked another specific date when gold had glittered.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Feb. 27, 2026
In coordinated outfits designed by Beyoncé’s mother, Tina Knowles, the girls glittered in green at the Grammys and, in the “Survivor” video, projected strength in matching camo prints.
From New York Times ● Oct. 20, 2023
Alpine lakes glittered at every turn, while haunting moonscapes greeted us beyond the treeline.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 11, 2023
In the carbide light from a dozen watching headlamps, something glittered and shone in his cuts.
From "Prisoner B-3087" by Alan Gratz
