Shimmer (verb)

1. Shine with a soft, wavering light.
2. Reflect light with a soft, wavering or sparkling effect.
3. Be or appear to be partly transparent.

Origin:

The word "shimmer" comes from the middle english word "schimmen" which means to shine dimly or intermittently.

Examples:

1. The lake shimmered in the sunlight.
2. The sequins on her dress shimmered as she danced.
3. The heat made the air shimmer.
4. The dress shimmered with different colors.
5. The light shimmering off the water made it hard to see.