- present participle of glitter.
glittering
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
The easy thing then would have been to play it safe and hire a big name from the glittering ranks of unemployed managers.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
There’s no more reason for Kelly to feign deference to journalistic standards, because there’s no more glittering future in them.
From Slate • May 6, 2026
The Met Gala hosted some of music's most glittering stars: Madonna, Cher and Stevie Nicks are all in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
From Barron's • May 5, 2026
With Big Bear Lake glittering in the distance, he raises each foot in a kneading motion — evoking a bald eagle massage.
From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2026
A large woman dressed in green with curly black hair and glittering green glasses is sitting in the kitchen drinking iced tea.
From "The Tenth Mistake of Hank Hooperman" by Gennifer Choldenko
![]()