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verb

present participle of glare

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective glaring differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of glaring are flagrant, gross, and rank. While all these words mean "conspicuously bad or objectionable," glaring implies painful or damaging obtrusiveness of something that is conspicuously wrong, faulty, or improper.

glaring errors

When would flagrant be a good substitute for glaring?

The words flagrant and glaring are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, flagrant applies usually to offenses or errors so bad that they can neither escape notice nor be condoned.

flagrant abuse of the office of president

In what contexts can gross take the place of glaring?

Although the words gross and glaring have much in common, gross implies the exceeding of reasonable or excusable limits.

gross carelessness

When can rank be used instead of glaring?

The synonyms rank and glaring are sometimes interchangeable, but rank applies to what is openly and extremely objectionable and utterly condemned.

rank heresy

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of glaring
Adjective
The think-tank Brookings Institution offers a more glaring estimate of over seven million Americans whose work is directly supported by federal contracts or grants. Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 8 Oct. 2025 The most glaring problem, Johnson said, was a substantial discrepancy in the amount of time researchers had to evaluate the onset of chronic disease in the unvaccinated patients. Kristen Jordan Shamus, Freep.com, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
The purpose of the video Chalamet posted on October 7 is not specifically to spotlight his now glaring lack of hair; though, being a beauty writer, that's what drew me in, of course. Marci Robin, Allure, 8 Oct. 2025 With some glaring holes in the bullpen, the Mets could look at their farm system to fill out some spots. Aaliyan Mohammed, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for glaring
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glaring
Adjective
  • Many states rallied against this blatant gerrymandering by establishing independent redistricting panels.
    Harvey Levine, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Oct. 2025
  • What this means for America Legal experts predict Comey will be acquitted – the evidence is weak and the political interference is blatant.
    Cassandra Burke Robertson, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Isaiah Rodgers, who played for the Eagles in 2024 and has been becoming a star this season with the Vikings, offered some glowing praise for the Philadelphia star.
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
  • The meteors, known for their brightness and speed, travel at about 41 miles per second into Earth's atmosphere and can leave glowing trains, or incandescent bits of debris following the meteor, that last for several seconds to minutes.
    Diana Leyva, Nashville Tennessean, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Willow begins to whimper, and backs away from the door—but sits promptly down, still staring at it.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
  • Making things with your hands will shift your brain into problem-solving mode and sparks creativity in ways staring at a screen never will.
    Cas Holman, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2025
Adjective
  • However, the severity of the storm soon became obvious.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
  • After curing the potatoes, pick through them once more and remove any potatoes with obvious signs of damage.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Highlights include a double reception room with soaring 9-foot-tall ceilings, three huge sash windows, and a wood-burning fireplace, along with a bespoke library, a 10-seat dining room, a star-worthy primary suite, and a rooftop garden that offers al fresco dining space and sweeping city views.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
  • Schedule one cleaning in late summer or early fall and another in spring after you're done burning fires for the season.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Now our favorite scowling friend is getting his own movie, too.
    Elisabeth Sherman, Parents, 15 Oct. 2025
  • In terms of my entry point to him, just understanding that this wasn’t a monster that was going to be scowling in the shadows and looking for any opportunity to hurt someone.
    Kimberly Roots, TVLine, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Turkish officials recently unveiled a gleaming gold brooch and a rare jade stone in Troy – a remarkable breakthrough that sheds light on the city's pre-Greek past.
    Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 16 Oct. 2025
  • Today, the street has been thoroughly modernized, replaced by a gleaming forest of glass towers housing spacious condos with bird’s-eye views and sky-high prices.
    Mark David, Robb Report, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • But perhaps more importantly, Cork Tree helped the band become the therapists pumping through the speakers of a whole generation of skinny jean-wearing teens, igniting the pop-punk and emo music scene into a blazing force for the masses.
    Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2025
  • The blazing cornerback provides no guarantees, having not played an NFL down even in the preseason.
    Tim Graham, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025

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“Glaring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glaring. Accessed 24 Oct. 2025.

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