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Glow-up
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a noticeable transformation in a person's appearance, style, or confidence for the better
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Plural form
glow-ups
What does "glow-up" mean in slang?
The term "glow-up" refers to a noticeable transformation in someone's appearance, confidence, or overall lifestyle, usually from less attractive or less put-together to significantly improved. The structure combines "glow," suggesting radiance or improvement, with "up," indicating an upward change. It is often used positively to praise personal development, especially in appearance over time. The phrase became widely popular through social media before-and-after trends in the 2010s.
Examples
Did you see her after high school? Total glow-up.
