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Glowing

ˈɡloʊɪŋ
Common
~ 4100
~ 4100, Common
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Radiating light or warmth, Showing a healthy, lively, or radiant appearance, Expressing great enthusiasm or admiration, Covered with a bright color or a shining substance

Glowing - Meanings

Radiating light or warmth

Example: The campfire was glowing in the darkness of the night.
Usage: formalContext: describing natural or artificial light sources
Note: Can refer to a soft, warm light emitted by something

Showing a healthy, lively, or radiant appearance

Example: She had a glowing complexion after her vacation in the tropics.
Usage: formalContext: describing someone's physical appearance
Note: Often used to describe someone looking healthy or vibrant

Expressing great enthusiasm or admiration

Example: The audience gave the performer a glowing ovation at the end of the concert.
Usage: formalContext: praising someone or something
Note: Can be used to show high praise or admiration for a person or their work

Covered with a bright color or a shining substance

Example: Her nails were painted with a glowing neon polish.
Usage: informalContext: describing appearance or style
Note: Often used in fashion or beauty contexts

Glowing's synonyms

radiant

Radiant suggests a shining brightness or glow that is often associated with beauty or happiness.
Example: The bride looked radiant in her white gown.
Note: Radiant emphasizes a more intense and luminous quality compared to glowing.

luminous

Luminous describes something that emits or reflects light, giving a sense of brightness or radiance.
Example: The night sky was filled with luminous stars.
Note: Luminous focuses more on the emission of light and brightness rather than a warm or healthy glow.

beaming

Beaming conveys a sense of intense happiness or joy that is reflected in a bright and cheerful expression.
Example: She had a beaming smile on her face when she won the award.
Note: Beaming specifically refers to a bright and joyful expression rather than a general glow.

glittering

Glittering suggests a sparkling or shining effect that catches the eye due to reflected light.
Example: The city skyline at night was glittering with lights.
Note: Glittering implies a more dynamic and dazzling quality compared to a steady glow.

Glowing expressions, common phrases

Glowing with pride

Feeling extremely proud and showing it visibly.
Example: She was glowing with pride when she received the award.
Note: The phrase adds an emotional context to the original word 'glowing'.

Glowing review

A very positive and enthusiastic review or feedback.
Example: The new restaurant received a glowing review in the newspaper.
Note: This phrase refers to a positive evaluation rather than a physical glow.

Glowing skin

Refers to healthy, luminous, and radiant skin appearance.
Example: Her skincare routine gave her a radiant, glowing skin.
Note: It describes the appearance of the skin rather than emitting light.

Glowing recommendation

A strong and enthusiastic endorsement or suggestion.
Example: The candidate came highly recommended with glowing recommendations from previous employers.
Note: Similar to a 'glowing review', it emphasizes positive feedback or praise.

Glowing smile

A smile that is bright, warm, and full of happiness.
Example: Her glowing smile lit up the room.
Note: Emphasizes the brightness and warmth of a smile rather than actual light emission.

Glowing success

A resounding and very successful outcome or achievement.
Example: The event was a glowing success, with attendees praising every aspect of it.
Note: Highlights the exceptional achievement or outcome, not necessarily a physical glow.

Glowing example

An outstanding and inspiring model or instance to follow.
Example: She set a glowing example for her colleagues with her dedication and hard work.
Note: Focuses on being an exceptional model rather than emitting light.

Glowing warmth

A sense of comforting and pleasant warmth or affection.
Example: The room was filled with glowing warmth from the fireplace.
Note: Describes a feeling of warmth and comfort, not literal glowing.

Glowing everyday (slang) expressions

Glow-up

Glow-up refers to a significant positive transformation in one's appearance or lifestyle. It suggests a noticeable improvement or upgrade over time.
Example: She had a major glow-up after she started working out and updating her wardrobe.
Note: Unlike 'glowing' which typically describes a radiating light or warmth, 'glow-up' focuses on personal development and enhancement.

Glow getter

A glow getter is someone who is proactive, ambitious, and dedicated to achieving success. They have a positive and driven attitude.
Example: She's a real glow getter - always chasing her dreams and working hard towards her goals.
Note: While 'glowing' can describe a radiant appearance, 'glow getter' emphasizes someone's determined and motivated nature.

Glow rider

A glow rider is a person who fearlessly pursues challenges, adventures, or opportunities. They embrace risks with enthusiasm.
Example: He's a glow rider when it comes to taking risks in business - always looking for the next opportunity.
Note: In contrast to 'glowing' which denotes a soft, radiant light, 'glow rider' conveys a daring and adventurous spirit.

Glow stick

A glow stick refers to someone who is full of energy, vibrant, and lively, especially in social settings. They attract attention and bring excitement.
Example: She's the life of the party - a real glow stick on the dance floor.
Note: While 'glowing' suggests a gentle luminosity, 'glow stick' highlights a dynamic and vibrant personality that shines in social situations.

Glowing up

Glowing up describes the process of self-improvement or personal growth resulting in a more confident and positive demeanor. It indicates positive changes taking place.
Example: She's been glowing up since she started practicing self-care and mindfulness.
Note: 'Glowing up' focuses on the ongoing progress and development whereas 'glowing' often describes a momentary state of radiance or beauty.

Glow squad

The glow squad refers to a close-knit group of friends or companions who uplift each other, radiate positivity, and share a strong bond.
Example: We're the ultimate glow squad - always supporting each other and spreading positivity.
Note: Contrary to the singular nature of 'glowing,' 'glow squad' emphasizes group unity, support, and shared positive energy.

Glow-getting

Glow-getting is the active pursuit of personal growth, success, or improvement. It involves maintaining a positive attitude and striving towards goals.
Example: She's been glow-getting her way through challenges with grace and determination.
Note: While 'glowing' describes a state of radiance, 'glow-getting' focuses on the ongoing effort and determination to achieve positive outcomes.

Glowing - Examples

The stars were glowing in the dark sky.
The lava was glowing red hot.
Her skin was glowing after a day at the spa.

Glowing grammar

Glowing - Verb (Verb) / Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle)
Lemma: glow
Conjugations
Noun, singular or mass (Noun, singular or mass): glow
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): glowed
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): glowing
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): glows
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): glow
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): glow
Syllabification and Stress
glowing Contains 2 syllables: glow • ing
Phonetic transcription: ˈglō-iŋ
glow ing , ˈglō iŋ (The red syllable is stressed)

Glowing - Importance and usage frequency

The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
glowing: ~ 4100 (Common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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