English dictionary
glow
/gl/oU/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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an alert and refreshed state
Synonyms freshnessSource: WordNet 3.0
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light from nonthermal sources
Synonyms luminescenceSource: WordNet 3.0
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the phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised
Synonyms incandescenceSource: WordNet 3.0
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a feeling of considerable warmth
ExamplesThe glow of new love.
A glow of regret.
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a steady even light without flames
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the amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface
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an appearance of reflected light
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White or red heat; incandscence.
Source: webster1913
verb
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emit a steady even light without flames
ExamplesThe fireflies were glowing and flying about in the garden.
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have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink
ExamplesHer face glowed when she came out of the sauna.
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shine intensely, as if with heat
ExamplesThe coals were glowing in the dark.
Synonyms burnSource: WordNet 3.0
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be exuberant or high-spirited
ExamplesMake the people's hearts glow.
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experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion
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To shine with an intense or white heat; to give forth vivid light and heat; to be incandescent.
Source: webster1913
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To make hot; to flush.
Source: webster1913