twinkle
twin
ˈtwɪn
tvin
kle
kəl
kēl
British pronunciation
/twˈɪŋkə‍l/

Definition & Meaning of "twinkle"in English

to twinkle
01

to emit a flickering or intermittent light, often creating a shimmering or sparkling effect

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Examples
The stars began to twinkle as the night sky darkened.
02

to shine with a flickering or sparkling light

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The stars twinkle brightly in the clear night sky.
Twinkle
01

merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance

02

a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash

03

a moment so brief that it seems to pass almost instantly

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The answer came to him in a twinkle, as if it had always been there.
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