scintillation
noun/ˌsɪntəˈleɪʃən/
Frequency rank: #19,561 most common English word
Meaning
A flash or spark of light; a brilliant display of wit or intelligence.
Example sentence
The scientist measured the scintillation of light as it passed through the crystal.
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