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adjective

Definition of gleamingnext
as in shining

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gleaming

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verb

present participle of gleam
as in glinting
to shoot forth bursts of light fine china and stemware gleaming in the candlelight

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gleaming
  1. shining
  2. dazzling
  3. luminous
  4. brilliant
  5. starry
  6. radiant
Adjective
  • Fullerton College’s Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems provides a shining example of how community colleges can meet the demands of a changing workforce.
    Ray Ravaglia, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
  • Before this iteration of Shelley's tale, the first modern version of the myth, there hadn't been a horror film that so graphically indulged in gore and violence, in bright and shining color photography no less.
    Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • Here’s where and when to travel this year to see the most dazzling northern lights displays of 2025.
    Passport by ForbesLife, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
  • Most North American observers will be able to watch as the moon passes in front of more than a few stars in this cluster (called an occultation) within a few hours, amid the dazzling lunar glare.
    Joe Rao, Space.com, 9 Jan. 2025
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • Others forecast that the comet could become even brighter, possibly becoming luminous enough to be visible during the daylight hours.
    Jess Thomson, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
  • Black finds that radiant and luminous, or soft and natural matte finishes work best on mature skin.
    Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • Alexander Grothendieck, who was among the most brilliant mathematicians of the 20th century.
    Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 17 Jan. 2025
  • The highs and lows of that whirlwind experience are captured in brilliant detail on You Are the Morning, her debut album released on Friday (Jan. 17).
    Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of brilliant
Adjective
  • Craig Melvin will step into her role as Savannah Guthrie's permanent co-anchor, while Jenna Bush Hager will rotate through a starry list of guest co-hosts, including Scarlett Johansson, Keke Palmer and Taraji P. Henson.
    Brendan Le, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
  • With features ranging from Babyface to Ty Dolla $ign and Anitta, Fat Joe holds his own alongside his starry guest appearances.
    Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of starry
Adjective
  • As the film shows, Francis established deep bonds with people just through his radiant presence and hand movements that managed to speak volumes.
    Matthew Carey, Deadline, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Working to provide individualized treatments that prioritize both skin health and a radiant, natural glow.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 1 Jan. 2025
Definition of radiant
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