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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impaleto pierce with or as if with something pointed
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
rantto talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner
deliberateto think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
cajoleto persuade with flattery or gentle urging especially in the face of reluctance : coax
adeptthoroughly proficient : expert
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
franchisethe right or license granted to an individual or group to market a company's goods or services in a particular territory
resentmenta feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury