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afterglow

noun af·ter·glow \ˈaf-tər-ˌglō\

: a glowing light remaining in the sky after the sun has set

: a happy feeling that remains after a successful or emotional event

Full Definition of AFTERGLOW

1
:  a glow remaining where a light has disappeared
2
:  a pleasant effect or feeling that lingers after something is done, experienced, or achieved <basking in the afterglow of success>
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First Known Use of AFTERGLOW

1832

Rhymes with AFTERGLOW

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AFTERGLOW Defined for Kids

afterglow

noun af·ter·glow \ˈaf-tər-ˌglō\

Definition of AFTERGLOW for Kids

1
:  a glow remaining (as in the sky after sunset) where a light has disappeared
2
:  a pleasant feeling that remains after some good experience <the afterglow of victory>

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