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.