glistening
UK: ˈɡlɪsənɪŋ | US: ˈɡlɪsənɪŋ
adj. shining with a sparkling or shimmering light
v. present participle of glisten: to reflect light brightly
The word glisten originates from Old English glisnian, meaning "to glitter or shine," derived from Proto-Germanic glis-, related to glitter and glow. The suffix -ing forms the present participle, indicating an ongoing action or state. Together, glistening vividly captures the dynamic quality of light reflecting off a surface, like dew or wet stones.
The morning dew left the grass glistening in the sunlight.
Her eyes were glistening with tears as she listened to the story.
The polished marble floor was glistening under the chandelier.
The snow-covered trees glistened like diamonds in the winter sun.
The ocean waves glistened as they caught the golden hues of sunset.