shimmery

adjective

Definition of shimmerynext
as in shimmering

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Recent Examples of shimmery Her highlighted brunette tresses were styled in a side part with subtle waves, while her glam consisted of shimmery champagne eyeshadow, rosy blush, and a matte nude lip. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 9 Oct. 2026 Graham also dragged a shimmery charcoal hue from her outer corner to her inner corner to accent her bottom line. — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026 Her makeup is both fresh-faced and warm, with a hint of glowy—not shimmery—bronze on her cheeks and lids, and a generous dose of mascara without any discernible liner. — Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2026 Every Month is Oktoberfest A little shimmery, a little spooky, but always a classic, the shade that was originally released in 2012 is back by popular demand. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 23 Sep. 2026 This shimmery style is achieved by using a magnetic gel polish and a magnet to direct particles in the formula into a 3D pattern on the surface of the nail, creating an effect that mimics the light-shifting pattern of a cat’s eye. — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 18 Sep. 2026 This Valentine’s Day, fall in love with a shimmery lion played by Meryl Streep. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 17 Sep. 2026 With nine shades available—from translucent to shimmery to vibrant red—there’s truly something for everyone. — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026 One post is one of the comedy’s stars, Isla Fisher, striking a pose in a shimmery dress. — Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shimmery
  1. shimmering
  2. glistening
  3. gleaming
  4. glittering
  5. sparkling
  6. blinding
  7. flashing
  8. flickering
Adjective
  • The Italian fashion house was a sponsor of this year’s Albies, and host Amal Clooney wore a shimmering gold gown with an off-the-shoulder neckline, rows of sequins and long beaded fringe.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Start with Kallmeyer’s shimmering gold jacket and Cos’s sleek black trousers, then pile on the personality with Le Sundial’s sculptural earrings, Khaite’s vibrant floral brooch, and Jil Sander’s glossy shoulder bag.
    — Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of shimmering
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  • But many of the film’s most evocative images, often involving groups of soldiers, handsome and glistening and in varying stages of undress, remain just that — images without a strong connection to the larger storytelling.
    — Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Frank O’Hara, with each glistening torso, never fails to tell you something true.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of glistening
Adjective
  • Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
Definition of gleaming
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  • America’s national parks shine in the summertime, with spectacular mountain passes thawed for the season, sparkling lakes and glittering beaches at the peak of their allure, and blankets of wildflowers exploding into bloom.
    — Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
  • Now, revisit some of the most glittering diadems worn by Queen Mary, which later became favorites of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
    — Natasha Leake, Vanity Fair, 2 June 2026
Definition of glittering
Adjective
  • The track opens with piano and a sparkling string arrangement while Bryan takes the first verse.
    — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The winery’s website says Passaggio produced 1,700 cases of sparkling, white and red wines annually.
    — Ella Chakarian, Los Angeles Times, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of sparkling
Adjective
  • That helps explain the vast selection of RCPO watches at the roadshow event featuring blinding amounts of gemstones, esoteric stone dials and paperwork validating that they were restored exclusively in Geneva at the brand’s Restoration Atelier.
    — Victoria Gomelsky, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026
  • When porch days turn into nights, nothing ruins the vibe of an evening gathering or solo wind-down faster than a blinding flashlight or hunting for an outlet.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of blinding
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  • Its primary food source is the winter firefly (Diaphanes lampyroides), which attracts mates with a continuous, non-flashing light.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2025
Definition of flashing
Adjective
  • But there’s more flickering contrast in Narayan van Maele’s lensing, which alternates dun realism with occasionally hyperreal lighting and composition, particularly when the pagan promise of fire is in the frame.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 25 Mar. 2022
Definition of flickering

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“Shimmery.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shimmery. Accessed 20 Oct. 2026.

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