i Register
In some senses, coruscate is marked as figuratively. Watch for register when choosing this word.
verb
To give off light; to reflect in flashes; to sparkle.
The He [Death himself] clapped spurs to his steed and it sprang into the air, sparks coruscating from its hooves.
To exhibit brilliant technique or style.
For truth and tenderness do more / Than coruscating metaphor.