Gleam

Pronunciation: /ˈɡliːm/

Gleam (noun)

  1. a small, bright light or shine that is often quick or faint
  2. a small sign of an emotion or feeling in someone's eyes

Examples

  • A gleam of light appeared in the distance.
  • The moon cast a gleam on the water.

Common collocations: faint gleam, gleam of hope, gleam of joy, gleam of anger, gleam brightly

Gleam (verb)

  1. to shine with a soft, bright light
  2. to show a small amount of emotion or feeling briefly

Examples

  • The stars gleamed in the night sky.
  • Her necklace gleamed under the lights.

Synonyms of Gleam

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Gleam

  • when reducing brightness
  • when lacking shine