1. To flash intermittently; SYN. flick.
2. To move back and forth very rapidly, as of a candle; SYN. waver, flitter, flutter, quiver.
3. To shine unsteadily; SYN. flick.

To shine faintly, perhaps while flickering.

1. To give off a shimmering reflection, as of silk.
2. To shine with a weak or fitful light.