twinkle
/ˈtwɪŋkl̩/
B1 · Intermediate★★★☆☆
Simple Meaning
to shine with a light that goes on and off quickly, like a small star.
When to Use
💬Daily Conversation📱Social Media
Intermediate — can handle common situations
Examples in Conversation
“The stars really twinkle tonight — it's so clear outside.”
“Her eyes twinkled when she saw the surprise birthday cake.”
Learning Path
▶Full Definition
A sparkle or glimmer of light
Related Words
Synonyms:
sparkleglittershine
Antonyms:
dimfade
Word Family:
twinklingtwinkly