AGLOW Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

aglow

adjective

ə-ˈglō

Definition of aglow

as in bright

having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness) all aglow as she was awarded first place in the spelling bee

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Recent Examples of aglow Here, Hancock shares more tips and tricks for setting your garden aglow with gorgeous spring color care of his favorite annual varieties. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 Apr. 2026 But then there’s Reeves’ face, aglow with humility. — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 10 Apr. 2026 The photos reveal Earth behind the Orion spacecraft, our home planet aglow with aurora. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 4 Apr. 2026 The dining scene in Broward and Palm Beach counties is aglow with restaurants expected to make their debut this March and April. — Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 6 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for aglow

Recent Examples of Synonyms for aglow

Adjective

The resulting cocktail is viscerally refreshing, juicy, and bright, but also deeply flavored and complex.

— Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 18 July 2026
The fragrance opens with bright neroli and sunny marigold before settling into warm cedarwood, creating a scent that feels fresh, warm, and effortlessly sophisticated.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 July 2026

Definition of bright

Adjective

Women in black hijabs and abayas, many wearing badges depicting Zahra’s smiling face, lined the streets as men prayed over her casket, placed outside the Husseiniya, a Shiite hall.

— Rania Abouzeid, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
As Thomas’ parents, Katina Smith and Bobby Thomas, unveiled their son’s smiling statue in the Broncos’ Ring of Fame Plaza last Sunday, as scores of his former teammates looked on in sadness and joy, Miller was 800 miles away in Dallas, gearing up for a game against the Cowboys.

— Luca Evans, Denver Post, 24 Oct. 2025

Definition of smiling

Adjective

My latest obsession comes courtesy of the Duchess of Sussex, whose smooth, radiant complexion is thanks to this underrated foundation from the brand No Makeup Makeup.

— Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 18 July 2026
How to spot Perseid shooting stars Perseid meteors can be spotted anytime after dark from tonight onwards, streaking away from a patch of sky, or radiant, located close to the red supergiant star Eta Persei in the constellation Perseus.

— Anthony Wood, Space.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of radiant

Adjective

Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.

— Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.

— Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025

Definition of gleaming

Adjective

On April 24, a 54-year-old male had a cardiac emergency on the attraction, a gentle boat ride that floats by scenes featuring cheerful puppets.

— Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 July 2026
Our supervisors are paid FIFA employees who manage to maintain a cheerful outlook under what are sometimes stressful conditions.

— Eric Nager, Christian Science Monitor, 13 July 2026

Definition of cheerful

Adjective

Minka Kelly is ravishing in red while enjoying a sunny day in New York on July 20.

— Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
From the Main Stage to sunny days on Sesame Street, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 11 winner Crystal Methyd‘s colorful rainbow of a reign is already off to an eclectic roster of places.

— Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026

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