Entry Word: glowing

Function: adjective

Meaning: 1 giving off or reflecting much light <enjoyed the warmth of the glowing fire> — see bright 1
2 having a healthy reddish skin tone <was glowing after spending an afternoon outside splitting firewood> — see ruddy
3 having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness) <her glowing face made it evident sheʼd been offered the job> — see radiant 1
4 having or expressing great depth of feeling <glowing confessions of love> — see fervent