glint

(noun) a momentary flash of light. Synonyms: flicker, spark.

(noun) a spatially localized brightness.

(verb) be shiny, as if wet. Synonyms: glitter, glisten, gleam, shine. Example: "His eyes were glistening."

(verb) throw a glance at; take a brief look at. Synonyms: glance, peek. Examples: "She only glanced at the paper." "I only peeked--i didn't see anything interesting."