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glittery

American  
[glit-uh-ree] / ˈglɪt ə ri /

adjective

  1. glittering; sparkling.


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Etymology

Origin of glittery

First recorded in 1750–60; glitter + -y 1


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Of course, Cumming is still happy to put on a glittery outfit, amp up his Scottish accent and pretend to be the lord of the castle on “The Traitors.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026

She grew up loving Amy Winehouse and approximated her belting manner on some cuts, but other songs were more in the realm of glittery electro-pop.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 29, 2026

Recent requests have included Mexican peso designs, medallions and a glittery wand for a Sweet 16 gift.

From MarketWatch ● Aug. 22, 2026

She said: "Seeing stoma bags that are glittery and frilly it shows people that we're not just patients we're actually people."

From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2026

The dragon’s metallic horns glisten as much as its blue glittery skin.

From "The Manifestor Prophecy" by Angie Thomas

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