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aglare

|a-glare|

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/əˈɡlɛr/

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/əˈɡlɛə/

brightly shining

Etymology
Etymology Information

'aglare' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'glaren,' where 'glare' meant 'to shine brightly.'

Historical Evolution

'glaren' transformed into the modern English word 'aglare' through the addition of the prefix 'a-' to indicate a state of being.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to shine brightly,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

shining with a bright or dazzling light.

The city was aglare with neon lights.

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Last updated: 2025/06/01 03:21