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to glow
01
to shine with a soft and gentle light that is usually not very bright
Intransitive
Examples
The embers of the campfire continued to glow in the darkness.
The old lantern on the porch began to glow as the sun set.
02
(of a person's face) to look lively and healthy, specifically as a result of training and exercising
Intransitive
Examples
After months of regular workouts, her face began to glow with a newfound vitality and strength.
With each yoga session, her face seemed to glow with a serene calmness and inner peace.
03
to exhibit an intense color and a slight shine
Intransitive
Examples
The embers in the fireplace glowed with a warm, orange light.
As the sun began to set, the sky glowed with vibrant hues of pink and purple.
04
to display pleasure or contentment through one's expression or demeanor
Intransitive
Examples
She glowed with pride as she watched her children perform on stage.
Her eyes glowed at the sight of her newborn baby.
Glow
01
a soft, steady light that is often warm or dim
Examples
The glow of the fireplace made the room feel cozy and inviting.
The glow from her phone lit up her face in the dark.
02
a look or feeling of vitality, energy, and well‑being
Examples
She returned from vacation with a healthy glow.
After the workout, he had the glow of renewed energy.
03
a pleasant feeling of emotional warmth, happiness, or contentment
Examples
She felt a glow of pride when her son graduated.
The compliment left him with a warm glow inside.
04
the emission of light by a body as its temperature rises, often producing a visible reddish or orange light
Examples
The metal rod developed a bright glow when heated in the furnace.
The embers of the fire had a soft red glow.
05
the quantity of electromagnetic energy that reaches or is emitted from a specific point on a surface
Examples
Scientists measured the glow from the star.
The satellite detected the planet 's infrared glow.
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