Usage Note
Schimmernd describes a soft, wavering light reflected from a surface. It is softer than glänzend (glossy) and implies gentle, shifting luminance, as with silk or still water.
Examples
"Die schimmernde Oberfläche des Sees spiegelte die Sterne wider."
Natural Translation
The shimmering surface of the lake reflected the stars.
Literal Translation
The shimmering surface of the lake mirrored the stars back.
Related Words
- abgekämpft battle-worn, exhausted and haggard
- angelaufen tarnished, discoloured
- ansehnlich attractive, presentable, considerable
- anthrazitfarben anthracite-coloured, dark charcoal grey
- auffallend striking, conspicuous, eye-catching
- auffällig conspicuous, striking
- bereift frosted, covered with hoarfrost
- bestäubt dusted, covered with a fine powder
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