gleam

• Substantif désignant une lueur brève, douce ou faible de lumière, ou une manifestation soudaine d'une qualité ou d'une émotion particulière.

A noun referring to a brief, soft, or faint flash of light, or a sudden expression of a particular quality or emotion.

1. Soft or reflected lightB1formal

   A brief or faint flash of light, often from a polished surface.

   Lueur

   • The gleam of the moon on the lake was beautiful.
   • She saw a gleam of light from the distant lighthouse.
   • The polished floor had a soft gleam in the sunlight.

   Synonymesglimmerglintshimmersparkletwinkle

2. Brief sign or hintB2formal

   A small, sudden sign of a feeling or quality, often in the eyes.

   Lueur (signe bref)

   • There was a gleam of hope in his eyes.
   • She had a mischievous gleam in her smile.
   • A gleam of recognition crossed his face when he saw her.

   Synonymesflickerglimmerhintraysparksuggestiontouchtrace

• Verbe décrivant une lumière douce, soutenue ou réfléchie, souvent avec une connotation de brillance brève ou intermittente.

A verb used to describe a soft, steady, or reflected light, often implying a brief or intermittent shine.

1. Shine brightlyB1formal

   To shine with a soft, steady light, often reflecting light.

   luire d'un éclat doux

   • The polished floor gleamed in the sunlight.
   • Her eyes gleamed with excitement.
   • The stars gleamed in the clear night sky.

   Synonymesglimmerglintglistenglittershimmersparkle

   Antonymesdarkendimdullobscure

2. Express a feelingB2formal

   To show a particular emotion or quality through one's expression.

   Briller (d'une émotion)

   • His face gleamed with pride after the award.
   • Her smile gleamed with genuine happiness.
   • The child's eyes gleamed with mischief.

   Synonymesbeamflashglintshinesparkletwinkle