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"Sheen" vs. "gleam": a shining comparison
Reviewed and edited by 
Lloyd Cooper 30/09/2024, 12:40
Lloyd Cooper 30/09/2024, 12:40English.me team member
What is similar?
Both words describe a type of soft light or brightness that reflects off a surface.
What is different?
Sheen often implies a soft luster or shine, such as on polished surfaces, whereas gleam can suggest a more intermittent or sharper light, often metaphorically.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Sheen- The polished table had a beautiful sheen.
- Her hair had a healthy sheen after the treatment.
- The car's chrome trim had a bright gleam in the sunlight.
- He had a mischievous gleam in his eyes.
Difference
