Glint ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Glint ( verb )

1. To shine with a bright, sudden light.
2. To give a brief, sudden indication of something.

Origin:

Middle english (also in the sense "flash, gleam"): probably of scandinavian origin; related to norwegian dialect glintra "to shine".

Examples:

1. Her eyes glinted with mischief.
2. The sun glinted on the water, making it sparkle.
3. A glint of light caught his eye.
4. A glint of gold could be seen in the distance.
5. Her smile glinted as she laughed.

(As a noun)

Glint ( noun )

1. To shine with a bright, sudden light.
2. To give a brief, sudden indication of something.

Origin:

Middle english (also in the sense "flash, gleam"): probably of scandinavian origin; related to norwegian dialect glintra "to shine".

Examples:

1. Her eyes glinted with mischief.
2. The sun glinted on the water, making it sparkle.
3. A glint of light caught his eye.
4. A glint of gold could be seen in the distance.
5. Her smile glinted as she laughed.