beam (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /biːm/

Definition

A ray of light, or a line of light, that shines from a source.

Examples

• A single beam of sunlight pierced the darkness of the cave.

• The lighthouse sent a powerful beam across the sea.

• She saw a beam of hope in his eyes.

How to Use beam

beam with pride (idiom)

To show great happiness and pride, often through a smile. — "The parents beamed with pride as their son graduated."

beam at (prepositional phrase)

To smile happily at someone. — "She beamed at the children playing in the park."

beam across (prepositional phrase)

To send a signal or light over a distance. — "The satellite beamed the data across the network."

Synonyms of beam

Words with a similar meaning to beam:

• ray
• shaft
• streak
• glimmer

Antonyms of beam

Words with the opposite meaning to beam:

• darkness
• shadow

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