aglow

/əɡloʊ/

Definitions

1. adjective

glowing with or as if with a soft, steady light, especially a warm or pleasant one

“The room was aglow with the soft light of candles.”

2. verb

to be or become glowing, especially with a soft, steady light, or to be or become filled with excitement or enthusiasm

“The city was aglow with fireworks on New Year’s Eve.”

3. verb

to make or cause to glow, especially with a soft, steady light

“The photographer used a flashlight to aglow the subject’s face.”

4. noun

a soft, steady light, especially one that is warm or pleasant

“The aglow of the setting sun was a beautiful sight.”

Synonyms

  • glowing
  • radiant

Antonyms

  • dark
  • dim