Definition

Very bright and difficult to look at; also means very obvious or noticeable, often in a negative way.

Example

The glaring sun made it hard to see the road ahead.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Did you see that outfit she wore to the party?

Yeah, it was pretty glaring — hard to miss!

I thought it was a bit too much for the occasion.

Definitely, sometimes less is more, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glaring → It is formed from "glare" (from Old English *glerian*, meaning to shine or to be bright) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process of). The word "glaring" means the action of shining brightly or being very conspicuous.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is shining very brightly, as the root 'glare' means to shine, and the '-ing' shows it's happening right now.

Visually Confused Words