1. a faint or unsteady light
2. a slight indication or hint of something

1. shining faintly with a wavering light

Examples

• A glimmering of light appeared through the fog.
• The candle cast a glimmering glow across the room.
• She had only a glimmering of what might happen next.
• There was a glimmering of hope in his voice.
• The glimmering stars reflected on the lake’s surface.
• The glimmering embers slowly died out in the fireplace.
• He showed a glimmering of understanding about the problem.