verb
scintillate
Scintillate (verb) means to produce sparks, or to shine as though giving them off, twinkling or glowing.
verb
1
To produce sparks, or to shine as though giving them off, twinkling or glowing.
2
Of a star or similar object in the sky, to flicker and change in brightness quickly.
3
Especially of a phosphor, to give a brief flash of light after taking in ionising radiation.
4
To dazzle someone or make a striking impression.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Latin scintillātus, the past participle of scintillāre ("to sparkle, glitter, gleam, flash"), which in turn came from scintilla ("a spark").
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What is the meaning of scintillate?
"scintillate" (verb) means to produce sparks, or to shine as though giving them off, twinkling or glowing.
What is another word for scintillate?
Other words for "scintillate" include twinkle, sparkle, winkle, coruscate.
What are the different meanings of scintillate?
"scintillate" has 3 main meanings: 1. To produce sparks, or to shine as though giving them off, twinkling or glowing; 2. Of a star or similar object in the sky, to flicker and change in brightness quickly; 3. Especially of a phosphor, to give a brief flash of light after taking in ionising radiation.
