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Synonyms & Similar Words
shine
radiate
sparkle
glitter
beam
gleam
luminesce
incandesce
fluoresce
phosphoresce
illuminate
light
burn
blaze
flare
flicker
shimmer
glimmer
dazzle
shine
glow
sparkle
flash
twinkle
scintillate
coruscate
effulge
refulge
fulgurate
Meaning of Glow
The primary meaning of the word "glow" is to give out a steady, gentle, and warm light.
Definitions
- To give out a steady, gentle, and warm light
- * To have a healthy and attractive appearance, typically as a result of being happy or well
- * To feel or show great enthusiasm or admiration for something
Etymology of Glow
The word "glow" originates from Old English and Germanic words, with its earliest known usage dating back to the 15th century
It is related to the Old Norse word "glóa", meaning "to glow" or "to shine", and the Middle English word "glowen", which meant "to burn" or "to shine"
Example Uses
- The candles began to glow in the dark room
- * Her face glowed with happiness as she accepted the award
- * The embers of the fire continued to glow long after the flames had died out