English dictionary
glare
/gl/(@)/r/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Smooth and bright or translucent; -- used almost exclusively of ice; as, skating on <i>glare</i> ice.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted
ExamplesA glare of sunlight.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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an angry stare
Synonyms glowerSource: WordNet 3.0
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a focus of public attention
ExamplesWhen Congress investigates it brings the full glare of publicity to the agency.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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A bright, dazzling light; splendor that dazzles the eyes; a confusing and bewildering light.
Source: webster1913
verb
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look at with a fixed gaze
ExamplesThe girl glared at the man who tried to make a pass at her.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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be sharply reflected
ExamplesThe moon glared back at itself from the lake's surface.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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shine intensely
ExamplesThe sun glared down on us.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To shine with a bright, dazzling light.
Source: webster1913
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To shoot out, or emit, as a dazzling light.
Source: webster1913