glow

glow · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A steady light without flames; a soft radiance.

  2. 2.

    To emit a steady light without flames.

  3. 3.

    A feeling of warmth or happiness; a healthy radiance.

  4. 4.

    To have a warm, rosy appearance, especially from health, exercise, or emotion.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    the glow of success — the warm feeling of achievement
  • •
    afterglow — a pleasant feeling remaining after something enjoyable

Related words

Antonyms: darkness, dullness
See also: glowing, radiate, shine
Synonyms: gleam, luminosity, radiance, shine

Etymology

From Old English glowan ("to glow, shine"), from Proto-Germanic glowanan. Related to Dutch gloeien and German gluhen.