What does gleaming mean?
Gleaming means Having a bright sheen..
Gleaming
/ˈɡliːmɪŋ/ · adjective
Meaning
Having a bright sheen..
Definitions by Sense
- Having a bright sheen.
- A flash of reflected light.
- present participle and gerund of gleam
Example Sentences
The knight rode into battle with a gleaming sword.
The city skyline looked beautiful under the gleaming lights.
For years, the Persian Gulf countries had worried about the prospect of an out-of-control war with Iran, which would bring missiles and drones to their gleaming cities, trapping tourists and sending foreign executives fleeing.
Synonyms for gleaming
Antonyms for gleaming
Related Words
Word Forms
- more gleaming
- most gleaming
- gleamings
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for gleaming?
Common synonyms include shining, glowing, glinting, bright.
What is the opposite of gleaming?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use gleaming in a sentence?
The knight rode into battle with a gleaming sword.
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