glow-down

English

Etymology

Modelled after glow-up.

Noun

glow-down (plural glow-downs)

1. (slang) A disappointing or undesirable transformation in appearance, talent, power, etc.

   Antonym: glow-up

   • 2020 December 11, Amy Sedghi, “How a session with Katie Holmes’ stylist changed the way I dress – without buying anything new”, in The Telegraph:

     Whilst some amongst us have risen like a sartorial phoenix from the ashes of lockdown, others (myself included) have experienced more of a glow-down than a glow-up. Jeans and a jumper have become de rigueur, while out of the house ventures have the air of a frenzied dip into the fancy dress box.