Word Adjective
gleaming
adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ˈɡɫimɪŋ/ UK /ɡlˈiːmɪŋ/ gleam·ing
Definition
adj.shining brightly because something is very clean or new.
adj.reflecting light with a bright, smooth luster. Often used to describe surfaces that have been polished or are naturally radiant.
Examples
“The kitchen floor is gleaming after a deep clean.”
“The sun reflected off the gleaming chrome of the vintage cars lined up for the parade.”
“The skyscraper's gleaming glass facade dominated the skyline, serving as a testament to the city's rapid architectural modernization and economic growth.”
Usage
Often used attributively before a noun or predicatively after linking verbs like 'look' or 'remain'.
This entry
Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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