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spangle

spangle is a synonym of glitter

verb [ spang-guhl ]

spangle is another word for glitter

Glitter means to reflect light in a sparkly way, as if lots of small shiny surfaces are all reflecting light (The gems glittered).

Spangle means to glitter with spangles or as if covered in spangles, which are small pieces of decoration, often metal, that reflect light (He liked bright fabrics that spangled in the low light).

Glitter and spangle both mean to reflect light in a fragmented, sparkly way.

Spangle is a less common word than glitter (His eyes glittered with tears; The city lights spangled the sky).

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craftsperson

craftsperson is a synonym of artisan

noun [ krafts-pur-suhn ]

craftsperson is another word for artisan

✅ An artisan is a person who is skilled in an art, trade, or craft, especially one that requires manual labor, and often one which uses traditional methods (The glass was blown by a local artisan).

✅ A craftsperson is a person who is skilled in a craft (It was made by a specialized craftsperson).

✅ Both artisan and craftsperson suggest someone who sells their work (The market was full of artisans).

✅ However, craftsperson has a slightly narrower usage, referring to someone who practices a craft. Craftsperson also does not necessarily suggest someone who uses traditional methods (I asked a local craftsperson to make a foam sword for my cosplay).

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anonymous

anonymous is a synonym of unidentified

adjective [ uh-non-uh-muhs ]

anonymous is another word for unidentified

Unidentified describes something that is unknown or unrecognized (an unidentified species of bird).

Anonymous describes something with an unacknowledged, unknown, or withheld name (We received some money from an anonymous donor).

Unidentified generally refers to people, aircraft, and phenomena that are unknown or mysterious (an unidentified flying object).

Anonymous generally refers to people who are withholding their name or identity for their own comfort or safety, or because it’s expected in that context (anonymous tip; anonymous author).

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