gleam
Translation
to gleam, to shine
Examples
The polished floor gleamed in the sunlight.
The polished floor gleamed in the sunlight.
There was a gleam of hope in his eyes.
There was a gleam of hope in his eyes.
Grammar Patterns
((verb)) to shine brightly The polished floor gleamed in the sunlight.
((with sth.)) to shine with a particular quality His eyes gleamed with hope.
Similar Words
Synonyms: shine, sparkle, glitter, glint
Etymology
From Old English 'glǣm', meaning a bright light or gleam. Related to German 'glimmen' (to glow).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'gleam' of light from a 'clean' surface. The sounds are similar.