What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
glary
Example
The sun was so glary that I had to squint my eyes. [glary: adjective]
Example
The car's windshield was glary, making it hard to see the road ahead. [glary: adjective]
glaring
Example
There was a glaring mistake in the report that needed to be corrected. [glaring: adjective]
Example
His glaring behavior at the meeting was unacceptable and unprofessional. [glaring: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Glaring is more commonly used than glary in everyday language, and it covers a wider range of contexts and meanings.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between glary and glaring?
Both glary and glaring are informal words that are suitable for casual conversations or informal writing. However, glaring can also be used in formal contexts to express criticism or disapproval.
