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| glare [ gler ] |
verb (past and past participle glared, present participle glar·ing, 3rd person present singular glares) |
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1. intransitive verb stare stonily: to stare intently and angrily
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2. transitive verb express something with stare: to express or signal anger, disapproval, contempt, or another negative emotion by giving a steady stare
 He glared his disapproval at the youngsters.
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3. intransitive verb be unpleasantly bright: to shine brightly and intensely, often dazzlingly
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4. intransitive verb stand out obtrusively: to be very conspicuous, blatant, or obtrusive
 Mistakes glared from every page of the report.
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5. intransitive verb be unpleasantly and overly ornate: to be excessively decorated or garish
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noun (plural glares) |
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1. angry look: a prolonged stare expressing anger, disapproval, contempt, or another negative emotion
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2. excessive brightness: dazzling or uncomfortable brightness
 a screen on the monitor to reduce glare
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3. media spotlight: excessive attention from the media
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4. gaudy ornamentation: gaudy coloration or decoration
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| [13th century. < Middle Low German glaren "gleam"] |