English · Nature & Environment

glowing

/ˈɡloʊɪŋ/

[/ˈɡloʊɪŋ/]

giving out a soft steady light

Intermediateadjective

Definition

Giving out a soft, steady light or warmth. It can also describe very positive praise or healthy-looking skin.

Example

The fire left a few glowing embers.

The fire left a few glowing embers.

Etymology

Present participle of 'glow', from Old English 'glōwan'.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for embers and skin, and for very positive reviews.

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