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Synonyms & Antonyms of glow
(Entry 1 of 2)
the steady giving off of the form of radiation that makes vision possible
- the glow of the restaurant's table lamps is especially flattering to diners
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verbSynonyms of glow (Entry 2 of 2)
1
to be on fire especially brightly
- the coals glowed red-hot
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2
to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment)
- when they found out he had won the tournament, his parents glowed with pride
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