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twinkle

/'twiɳkl/
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Explanation of the Word "Twinkle"

Definition:
The word "twinkle" can be both a noun and a verb.

Usage Instructions:
  • Noun Usage: Use "twinkle" to describe a small, bright light or a cheerful look in someone's eyes.

    • Example: "The twinkle in her eye showed that she was excited."
  • Verb Usage: Use "twinkle" to describe the action of shining or reflecting light in a flickering manner.

    • Example: "The stars twinkle in the night sky."
Advanced Usage:
  • You can use "twinkle" in more complex sentences or poetic language to create vivid imagery.

    • Example: "The diamond on her ring twinkled under the soft glow of candlelight."
  • You might also encounter it in descriptions of nature or emotions.

    • Example: "His laughter had a twinkle of mischief."
Word Variants:
  • Twinkling (adjective): Describing something that is shining with a flickering light.

    • Example: "The twinkling lights of the city were beautiful at night."
  • Twinkled (past tense verb): Indicates that something shone or flickered in the past.

    • Example: "The stars twinkled brightly during the clear night."
Different Meanings:
  • Twinkle can also refer to the action of blinking or to the idea of something happening quickly or lightly.
    • Example: "She gave him a twinkle of acknowledgment before she left."
Synonyms:
  • Sparkle
  • Gleam
  • Shimmer
  • Glitter
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

While "twinkle" itself does not have specific idioms or phrasal verbs, it can be used in phrases that describe happiness or cheerfulness: - "Twinkle in one's eye": This phrase indicates someone is excited or happy about something.

Noun
  1. merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance
    • he had a sparkle in his eye
    • there's a perpetual twinkle in his eyes
  2. a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash
Verb
  1. emit or reflect light in a flickering manner
    • Does a constellation twinkle more brightly than a single star?
  2. gleam or glow intermittently
    • The lights were flashing

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