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glaringly

/ˈɡlɛr.ɪŋ.li/
glar · ing · ly
Adjective:glaring
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• adverb

1

In a highly obvious, conspicuous, or unmistakable manner (typically modifying negative qualities, errors, or omissions).

Example

"The initial financial report was glaringly inaccurate and had to be completely revised before the audit."

2

With a harsh, dazzling, or uncomfortably bright light.

Example

"The midday sun shone glaringly off the white limestone walls of the courtyard."

3

With a fierce, angry, or hostile stare.

Example

"He looked glaringly across the courtroom at the witness who had testified against him."

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• Rhymes for glaringly

• Nearby Words

glandular
glare
glaring
glaringly
glasgow
glass
glass lizard

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the participial adjective glaring and the adverbial suffix -ly; the root verb glare comes from Middle English glaren ('to glitter or stare fiercely'), related to Middle Low German glaren ('to glow').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Glaringly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/glaringly
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