Glide

/ɡlaɪd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

an act of gliding; a smooth, effortless movement.

The glide of the aircraft was mesmerizing as it descended towards the runway.

a style of movement characterized by smooth transitions.

The glide of the figure skater impressed everyone at the competition.

verb

to pass or slide smoothly or unnoticeably.

She tried to glide past the group without being noticed.

to move in a way that is graceful and fluid.

The dancer seemed to glide across the stage with elegance.

to move smoothly and continuously along, as if without effort.

The bird began to glide effortlessly through the sky.

Middle English 'gliden', from Old English 'glīdan', meaning 'to glide, glimmer'.

glide in

Enter smoothly or unobtrusively.

glide through

Complete something easily without much effort.

glide along

Move forward in a smooth, effortless way.

slip

To move smoothly or stealthily.

drift

To be carried away or moved by currents or forces.

sail

To travel on water by means of wind power.

To move confidently and easily.

He really knows how to glide through a crowd.

To impress someone with skill or style.

She glided through her presentation like a pro.