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glaring

/ˈɡlɛəɹɪŋ/adjective

Extremely obvious, especially of a mistake or problem that is hard to miss.

Example sentences

  • “The report contained a glaring error on the first page.”
  • “There's a glaring gap in the team's defense.”
  • “Editors missed several glaring typos in the headline.”

Usually describes something negative: a glaring mistake, omission, or weakness. It can also describe harshly bright light: glaring sunlight.

Synonyms for glaring

Antonyms

  • subtle
  • hidden

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