Meaning & use

golden glow

noun·Academic

A warm, radiant light with a golden color, often seen at sunrise or sunset.

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The valley was bathed in a golden glow as the sun dipped behind the hills.

Candlelight gave the old kitchen a soft golden glow that felt warm and inviting.

A note on using this word

Golden glow describes light quality rather than the light source itself, and often carries a peaceful or nostalgic tone.

Words with a similar meaning

warm lightradiance

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