GRE Word List

GLIMMER

to shine faintly or unsteadily

The meaning of the word glimmer is to shine faintly or unsteadily.

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estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
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paraphernaliathe separate real or personal property of a married woman that she can dispose of by will and sometimes according to common law during her life
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