glare
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for glare, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A harsh, dazzling light.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
A harsh, dazzling light.
“The glare off the snow made it hard to see the road ahead.”
Opposites
How to use glare
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
glare of the sun
give someone a glare
glare angrily
Etymology
From Middle English glaren, related to Old English and Germanic words meaning "to glisten" or "to shine brightly" — the same root family as glass and glower.
Full origin of glare →Frequently asked questions
What does “glare” mean?
The word “glare” means a harsh, dazzling light. In plain terms, either a blinding bright light, or a hostile, fixed stare — and, as a verb, to produce either.
How do you pronounce “glare”?
“Glare” is pronounced gleh-uh (/ɡlɛɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “glare” in a sentence?
Here is “glare” used in a sentence: “The glare off the snow made it hard to see the road ahead.”
What part of speech is “glare”?
Depending on how it is used, “glare” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “glare” come from?
The word “glare” comes from Old English. From Middle English glaren, related to Old English and Germanic words meaning "to glisten" or "to shine brightly" — the same root family as glass and glower.
Is “glare” a common word?
“Glare” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “glare” have?
“Glare” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a harsh, dazzling light.
