glam
1 of 2noun
ˈglam 
1
: extravagantly showy glamour
2
: glitter rock
glam adjective
glam
2 of 2verb
glammed; glamming; glams
transitive verb
informal
: to make (someone or something) glamorous or more glamorous —usually used with up
The modern woman has a difficult enough time trying to put together a look that suits her personality and lifestyle without seeing those … supermodels strut the runways of Paris, Milan, and New York all glammed up in a breathtaking Galliano tulle explosion or impeccably tailored Westwood period piece.
Paul MatthewsMaking his feature directorial debut, Director X … shoots in Atlanta instead of Harlem, glamming up the story with fast cars, hip-hop and lots more women than the original … Sara Stewart
—sometimes used with out Paul MatthewsMaking his feature directorial debut, Director X … shoots in Atlanta instead of Harlem, glamming up the story with fast cars, hip-hop and lots more women than the original … Sara Stewart "I don't bother with getting glammed out with fancy stuff like I used to. Now I look for all the bootleg Aerosmith T-shirts, cut all the cool stuff off 'em and have Teresa or Lisa … make 'em into pants." Steven Tyler
Steven Tyler
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2022 The actress spoke to ELLE.com about her glam for the big night. Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 14 Sep. 2022 Holmes, who usually keeps things casual and minimalistic with her style and with her beauty, opted this time for a rosy glam and a shiny, wavy do to go with her bold outfit. Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 Sep. 2022 While Craig had his tropical leisurewear, and Hudson had her designer glam, Kathryn Hahn was dismayed by her intentionally less-than-colorful wardrobe as politician Claire. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 11 Sep. 2022 The sugar-and-nut topping adds a little extra glam. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2022 Kardashian poses in her glam at the end of the video, throwing up a peace sign and puckering her lips. Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 18 Aug. 2022 Hair stylist Takisha Sturdivant-Drew did a chic updo, while a soft glam was applied by makeup artist Vincent Oquendo. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2022 Pleats throughout the dress add texture and a vintage songstress glam that's perfect for an event like the Grammys. Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 4 Apr. 2022 See More
Noun
Read ahead to see how the star achieved her NYFW-ready glam. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 14 Sep. 2022 The actress spoke to ELLE.com about her glam for the big night. Tatjana Freund, ELLE, 14 Sep. 2022 Holmes, who usually keeps things casual and minimalistic with her style and with her beauty, opted this time for a rosy glam and a shiny, wavy do to go with her bold outfit. Rosa Sanchez, Harper's BAZAAR, 12 Sep. 2022 While Craig had his tropical leisurewear, and Hudson had her designer glam, Kathryn Hahn was dismayed by her intentionally less-than-colorful wardrobe as politician Claire. Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 11 Sep. 2022 The sugar-and-nut topping adds a little extra glam. Becky Krystal, Washington Post, 10 Sep. 2022 Kardashian poses in her glam at the end of the video, throwing up a peace sign and puckering her lips. Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 18 Aug. 2022 Hair stylist Takisha Sturdivant-Drew did a chic updo, while a soft glam was applied by makeup artist Vincent Oquendo. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 12 Apr. 2022 Pleats throughout the dress add texture and a vintage songstress glam that's perfect for an event like the Grammys. Carrie Wittmer, Glamour, 4 Apr. 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
Noun
short for glamour or glamorous
Verb
derivative of glam entry 1
First Known Use
Noun
1963, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Verb
1940, in the meaning defined above