agleam
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /əˈɡliːm/
KK: /əˈɡlim/
adjective
Definition
Shining brightly, especially with light that is reflected.
Example
The stars shone agleam in the night sky.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more agleam
Superlative: most agleam
Conversation
Did you see the stars last night?
Yes, they were so bright and agleam in the sky!
I love nights like that when everything sparkles.
Me too! It makes the world feel magical.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
shiny
glossy
bright
Antonyms
dull
matte
dim
adverb
Definition
Shining brightly or glimmering with light.
Example
The stars were agleam in the night sky.
Conversation
Did you see the stars last night?
Yes! They were shining so agleam in the sky.
I couldn't believe how bright they looked.
Root Explanation
Agleam is formed from the prefix "a-" (meaning in a state of) and "gleam" (from Old English "glēam", meaning a bright light or shine). The word "agleam" means in a state of shining or glowing brightly.
Memory Tip
Imagine something that is 'in a state of' shining brightly — that's what 'agleam' means.
Visually Confused Words
gleam
gleamy
leam
glam
alem
alea
agla