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GLOW

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 12 meanings of the word Glow.

How to pronounce glow:

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Glow - as a noun

An alert and refreshed state

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
freshness15

Light from nonthermal sources

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
luminescence18

The phenomenon of light emission by a body as its temperature is raised

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
incandescence20

A feeling of considerable warmth

Example: "The glow of new love"

A steady even light without flames

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
light9visible lightvisible radiation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The amount of electromagnetic radiation leaving or arriving at a point on a surface

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
glowing12radiance11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
light9visible lightvisible radiation
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

An appearance of reflected light

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gleam8gleaming12lambency17

Glow - as a verb

Emit a steady even light without flames

Example: "The fireflies were glowing and flying about in the garden"

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
radiate8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink

Example: "Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beam8radiate8shine8

Shine intensely, as if with heat

Example: "The coals were glowing in the dark"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
burn6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
beam8shine8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Be exuberant or high-spirited

Example: "Make the people's hearts glow"

Experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion

Example: "She was beaming with joy"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beam8radiate8shine8

Example Sentences

"The moon cast a gentle glow over the landscape."
"She couldn't help but be drawn to the warm glow of the fireplace."
"The sunset painted the sky with vibrant hues of orange and pink, creating a breathtaking glow."
"The glow of the neon sign could be seen from miles away."
"The glow of the candles added a romantic ambiance to the room."
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Word Game Points

Is GLOW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, glow is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GLOW has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is GLOW a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, glow is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GLOW has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is GLOW a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, glow is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GLOW has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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