glare

US /gler/

UK /gleə(r)/

B1

verb

  • To look at in an angry manner for a long time
  • To shine with a very strong, harsh, bright light

noun

  • Long, unfriendly and angry look
  • A very strong, harsh, bright light

Examples

A sudden glare of headlights lit the driveway.

(figurative) The divorce was conducted in the full glare of media publicity.