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adjective

Definition of gleamingnext
as in shining

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gleaming

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verb

present participle of gleam
as in glinting
to shoot forth bursts of light fine china and stemware gleaming in the candlelight

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gleaming
  1. shining
  2. dazzling
  3. luminous
  4. brilliant
  5. starry
  6. radiant
Adjective
  • Before this iteration of Shelley's tale, the first modern version of the myth, there hadn't been a horror film that so graphically indulged in gore and violence, in bright and shining color photography no less.
    Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
  • We’re devastated by the loss of our beautiful, sweet, kind, bright and shining star.
    Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • From marveling at the cherry blossom trees in bloom to soaking in the dazzling lights of Tokyo Tower, the family seemingly made sure to take in as many sights as possible.
    Anna Lazarus Caplan, People.com, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Stroll through dazzling displays, shop at the holiday market, and catch holiday movies, fiestas and special events.
    Brandi D. Addison, Austin American-Statesman, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • Spanning from luminous leaded glass masterpieces to rare and storied collections, the auctions honor the legacy of Louis Comfort Tiffany alongside a selection of design masterworks spanning Art Deco to contemporary icons, Sotheby’s said in a statement.
    Thomas Waller, WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
  • Many performances are career peaks: Thompson is luminous; Branagh plays Benedick with exquisite finesse, a sly operator who secretly wants to get caught.
    Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • Waning crescent moon, Venus and Regulus Those on the East Coast who look up and to the east Sept. 19 about 45 minutes before sunrise will see a crescent moon, Venus and brilliant star Regulus aligned.
    Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Sherwood then iced the game with a brilliant defensive play while protecting the late 2-0 lead.
    Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of brilliant
Adjective
  • The musician and actor announced her engagement to Benny Blanco with a requisite Instagram carousel, featuring a manicured hand, a bucolic picnic set-up littered with Taco Bell detritus and champagne bottles, and a starry smile.
    Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024
  • His starry portfolio includes internships at Balenciaga under Nicholas Ghesquière and for John Galliano.
    Leah Dolan, CNN, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of starry
Adjective
  • The pigment-correcting serum boasts results within 12 weeks, leaving you with a radiant glow.
    Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 5 Dec. 2024
  • Let the natural magic of cold therapy help boost blood circulation for a healthy, radiant glow.
    Tanya Benedicto Klich, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
Definition of radiant
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