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gleam
[ gleem ]
noun
- a flash or beam of light:
the gleam of a lantern in the dark.
- a dim or subdued light.
- a brief or slight manifestation or occurrence; trace:
a gleam of hope.
verb (used without object)
- to send forth a gleam or gleams.
Synonyms: , , , , , , , , ,
- to appear suddenly and clearly like a flash of light.
gleam
/ ɡː /
noun
- a small beam or glow of light, esp reflected light
- a brief or dim indication
a gleam of hope
verb
- to send forth or reflect a beam of light
- to appear, esp briefly
intelligence gleamed in his eyes
Derived Forms
- ˈԲ, adjective
- ˈԲly, adverb
- ˈ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- · adjective
- dzܳ· verb (used with object)
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of gleam1
Synonym Study
Example Sentences
On his coffee table sits a gleaming metallic hood ornament, a winged pointed figure that looks like a mock spaceship that Gurr hoped would grace a new Lincoln.
She is excruciatingly introspective but in perfect control of every sentence and emotion — withholding, sparing or repeating words to produce observations that gleam with intelligence and insight but keep their author shadowed.
National and state highways together make up about 5% of the total network, while other roads - including gleaming access-controlled expressways - account for the rest.
The genial, dapper TV host with the gleaming smile and perfectly coiffed hair had hosted two local TV game shows in L.A. before going national with “’s This Song?”
The wasabi sauce was sinus-clearing, with a generous portion of the black pearls gleaming on top.
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More About Gleam
does gleam mean?
A gleam is a flash or flicker of light, as in As Val scrolled through their phone in the dark, the screen projected a gleam of light on their face.
A gleam is also a dim light, such as you might get from a flashlight with a dying battery.
To gleam means to send out a gleam, as in The candle gleamed in the darkness.
To gleam also means to appear quickly and clearly, as a flash of light would.
Example: I love the way this dress gleams in the sun.
Where does gleam come from?
The first records of the term gleam come from before the year 1000. It ultimately comes from the Old English ǣ.
You might also see gleam used to mean “a brief or small inkling of something happening.” You might have a gleam of hope about something that’s not very likely but not impossible. You might also say you have a gleam of happiness when you’re sad overall.
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How is gleam used in real life?
Gleam is a common word often used to describe a dull stream of light.
The Gleam of Glamour can make you Go insane. Don't lose your inherent Goodness for it.
— ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22)
Under a moon that hangs from silver strings
We know not what this darkness brings
The stars all gleam with possibilities— Oh Wonder (@OhWonderMusic)
When black cats prowl and pumpkins gleam, may luck be yours on Halloween. 🎃
— K-Ray (@wtmkevin)
Try using gleam!
Which of the following is NOT a synonym for gleam?
A. glimmer
B. darken
C. twinkle
D. glint
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