glows

[/ɡloʊz/]
verb/noun
brilha, resplande, emite brilho
1. shines brightly with a soft light; emits light
The neon sign glows in the darkness.
O sinal de neon brilha na escuridão.
2. appears bright or flushed, especially in the face due to health or emotion
Her face glows after exercise.
Seu rosto brilha após exercício.
3. shows enthusiasm, warmth, or happiness
He glows with pride when talking about his achievements.
Ele resplandece de orgulho ao falar de suas conquistas.
4. third person singular present tense or plural noun form of glow
The embers have different glows.
As brasas têm diferentes brilhos.
In both American and Brazilian cultures, 'glows' is commonly used both literally (describing light emission) and figuratively (describing emotional states, attractiveness, or success). It's often associated with wellness culture and positive emotional expression in contemporary usage.
NYC Slang
shines, glows (used literally or figuratively for someone who appears radiant or successful)
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shinesradiatesgleamsluminatessparklesbeams
Antonyms / Antônimos
darkensdimsfadesextinguishes

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
brilha, resplande
most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
brilha, resplande
standard usage, may use 'reluz' in poetic contexts
São Paulo
brilha
preferred in urban contexts and business language
Portugal
brilha, luzileja, reluz
Portuguese often uses 'reluz' for more poetic or luminous contexts

Related Words

glowglowingbrightnessluminescenceradianceincandescence

Related Idioms & Phrases

glow with pride
glow with health
make someone glow
have a healthy glow
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