Synonyms for

Glimpse

Verb / glɪmps / Another word for glimpse — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To see or catch a quick look at something

Synonyms & similar words

glance coupdoeil peek glance look sight view flash gander peep look-see look-in

Synonyms by register

Formal

glance peek survey

Informal

look see catch a bit of

Literary

flashing fleeting view epiphany

Antonyms

stare gaze scrutinize examine observe peruse study

Common collocations

  • catch a glimpse
  • get a glimpse
  • a glimpse of
  • a brief glimpse
  • a fleeting glimpse
  • a passing glimpse

Word family

noun glimpse
verb glimpse

Usage note

While 'glimpse' can be used as a verb, it is more commonly used as a noun. Ensure you are not using it to mean a prolonged or steady look.

Example sentences

  1. I caught a glimpse of the ocean while driving along the coast.
  2. I only got a glimpse of the movie because I arrived late.
  3. She caught a glimpse of her favorite actor at the mall.
  4. He only had a glimpse of the beautiful sunset before the clouds covered it.
  5. I caught a glimpse of the rainbow before it disappeared.

Quotes

  • A glimpse into the world proves that horror is nothing other than reality.
  • A glimpse is not seeing. To meet fully with the eyes is to know.
  • A glimpse is enough to initiate the awakening process, which is irreversible.

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