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.