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glaringly

 

[ ˈɡlɛrɪŋli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

light, attention

In a way that is very obvious or conspicuous; it can describe something that stands out in a strikingly unpleasant or harsh manner. Often used to refer to something that draws attention due to its starkness or brightness.

Synonyms

blatantly, conspicuously, obviously

Examples of usage

  • The colors in the painting were glaringly vibrant.
  • He spoke glaringly about the mistakes made during the project.
  • The car's headlights were glaringly bright on the dark road.

Translations

Translations of the word "glaringly" in other languages:

🇵🇹 de forma ofuscante

🇮🇳 चमकदार तरीके से

🇩🇪 auffällig

🇮🇩 secara mencolok

🇺🇦 яскраво

🇵🇱 jaskrawo

🇯🇵 目立って

🇫🇷 de manière éclatante

🇪🇸 de manera llamativa

🇹🇷 göz alıcı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 눈에 띄게

🇸🇦 بشكل واضح

🇨🇿 zřetelně

🇸🇰 výrazne

🇨🇳 显眼地

🇸🇮 opazno

🇮🇸 augljóslega

🇰🇿 айқын түрде

🇬🇪 მხოლოდ თვალშისაცემად

🇦🇿 aşkar

🇲🇽 de manera llamativa

Word origin

The term 'glaringly' derives from the verb 'glare,' which means to shine with a strong, harsh light or to be very conspicuous or obvious. The origin of 'glare' traces back to Middle English 'glaren,' which is linked to the Old English 'glearan,' signifying to shine or glisten. Over time, the meaning evolved to encompass not just light but also something that stands out overtly, often in a negative context. The adverbial form 'glaringly' came into use to describe actions or appearances that are strikingly apparent or invite attention, often in an unwelcome way.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #29,703, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.