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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WordMeaning
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
figurea number symbol : numeral
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
assayto analyze (something, such as an ore) for one or more specific components
incorrigibleincapable of being corrected or amended: such as
geriatricsa branch of medicine that deals with the problems and diseases of old age and the medical care and treatment of aging people
gratiswithout charge or recompense : free
sylvanone that frequents groves or woods
tangiblecapable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable