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Synonyms & Similar Words
obviously
clearly
evidently
plainly
apparently
manifestly
patently
noticeably
visibly
markedly
strikingly
conspicuously
remarkably
distinctly
unmistakably
undeniably
unquestionably
indisputably
incontrovertibly
palpably
tangibly
overtly
blatantly
flagrantly
shamelessly
transparently
self-evidently
axiomatically
Meaning of Glaringly
The primary meaning of "Glaringly" is to be completely and obviously noticeable or apparent.
Definitions
- To be completely and obviously noticeable or apparent
- * To be strikingly or uncomfortably evident
- * To be painfully or disagreeably obvious
Etymology of Glaringly
The word "Glaringly" originates from the verb "glare", which means to shine with a harsh or dazzling light
The verb "glare" comes from the Old English word "glær", which is related to the Old Norse word "glár", meaning "smooth" or "shining"
Historically, the word "glare" has been used to describe something that is unpleasantly or painfully obvious, and the adverb "Glaringly" has evolved to convey this sense of striking or uncomfortable evidentness
Example Uses
- The mistake was glaringly obvious, and everyone noticed it immediately
- * The difference between the two designs was glaringly apparent, with one being much more efficient than the other
- * The problem with the new policy was glaringly evident, and it was only a matter of time before it failed
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
subtly
slightly
barely
hardly
almost imperceptibly
faintly
vaguely
obscurely
ambiguously
unclearly
inconspicuously
unnoticeably
imperceptibly
indistinctly
unobtrusively
discreetly
quietly
modestly
restrainedly
understatedly
tentatively