v. i. [ imp. & p. p. Scintillated p. pr. & vb. n. Scintillating. ] [ L. scintillare, scintillatum, from scintilla a spark. Cf. Stencil. ] 1. To emit sparks, or fine igneous particles. [ 1913 Webster ]
As the electrical globe only scintillates when rubbed against its cushion. Sir W. Scott. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. To sparkle, as the fixed stars. [ 1913 Webster ]