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Glowing Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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glowing

glow-ing

🇺🇸 /ˈɡɫoʊɪŋ/ · 🇬🇧 /ɡlˈəʊɪŋ/

Definitions

Context #1 | Adjective

skin

Shining with a bright light or a steady radiance

Synonyms

bright, luminous, radiant, shining.

Examples of usage

  • Her glowing skin was the envy of all her friends.
  • The glowing embers of the fire provided a warm light in the room.
Context #2 | Adjective

praise

Expressing great praise or admiration

Synonyms

admirable, commendable, excellent, praiseworthy.

Examples of usage

  • She received glowing reviews for her performance in the play.
  • The glowing tribute to her generosity brought tears to her eyes.

Translations

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Quick facts about “glowing”

Glowing is a 2-syllable adjective (glow-ing). It is pronounced /ˈɡɫoʊɪŋ/ in American English and /ɡlˈəʊɪŋ/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 2 meanings, 8 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #8,452 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'glowing'

The word 'glowing' originated from the Middle English word 'glowen' which meant 'to shine brightly'. It has been used in English since the 14th century. The concept of glowing has always been associated with warmth, light, and admiration, making it a versatile word used in various contexts.


See also: glow, glower.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,452 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.