Definition of twinkle

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  • twinkle is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 14
  • twinkle is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 14
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Definition of twinkle

  • merriment expressed by a brightness or gleam or animation of countenance (noun)

    Examples

    1. there's a perpetual twinkle in his eyes

    Synonyms

    1. light
    2. spark
    3. sparkle
  • emit or reflect light in a flickering manner (verb)

    Examples

    1. Does a constellation twinkle more brightly than a single star?

    Synonyms

    1. scintillate
    2. winkle
  • gleam or glow intermittently (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. blink
    2. flash
    3. wink
    4. winkle
  • a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash (noun)

    Synonyms

    1. scintillation
    2. sparkling

See definition of twinkle in Merriam Webster