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scintillation, n.
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more info the twinkling of the stars caused when changes in the density of the earth's atmosphere produce uneven refraction of starlight
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more info the quality of shining with a bright reflected light
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glisten glister glitter scintillation sparkle
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more info a brilliant display of wit
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more info a rapid change in brightness; a brief spark or flash
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scintillation sparkling twinkle
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more info (physics) a flash of light that is produced in a phosphor when it absorbs a photon or ionizing particle
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