During a particular time of the day; the road shimmers in the heat

Choose the option nearest in meaning to the underlined word or phrase

During a particular time of the day, the road shimmers in the heat

A. darkens
B. lightens
C. shines
D. beams

Correct Answer:

Option C – shines

Explanation

shimmers; shine with a soft, slightly wavering light.

Shines; (of the sun or another source of light) give out a bright light.