Meaning & Definition of word "Radiant"
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Radiant
/ˈreɪ.di.ənt/
noun:
- 1. something that radiates or emanates light or heat.
- Example: The radiant from the fire made the room feel warm and cozy.
adjective:
- 1. emitting or reflecting light; shining; bright.
- Example: The radiant sun illuminated the entire landscape.
- 2. expressing great happiness or joy; beaming.
- Example: She had a radiant smile that could light up the room.
- 3. sufficiently bright to be seen; glowing.
- Example: The stars looked especially radiant against the clear night sky.
- 4. of a person or their expression; showing happiness or beauty.
- Example: After the good news, she appeared more radiant than ever.
Etymology
From Latin 'radiantem', the present participle of 'radiare', meaning 'to shine.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
radiant beauty:
A strikingly attractive or beautiful appearance.
radiant joy:
Joy that is expressed clearly and affecting to others.
radiant smile:
A smile that is bright and conveys happiness.
Related Words
radiance:
The quality of being radiant; the brightness of light or emotion.
radiate:
To emit energy or light in all directions.
irradiant:
Not radiating; lacking brightness or exuberance.
Slang Meanings of radiant
Meaning: Glow up
Example Sentence: After her makeover, she had a total glow up; she looked radiant.
Meaning: Lit
Example Sentence: That party was lit, everyone was feeling radiant.