Radieux (en. Radiant)

/ʁa.djø/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Relates to a bright and joyful atmosphere.
The landscape was radiant after the rain.
Le paysage était radieux après la pluie.
Refers to something that emits a bright light.
The sun is radiant today.
Le soleil est radieux aujourd'hui.
That expresses joy, well-being.
Her smile is radiant.
Son sourire est radieux.

Etymology

Comes from the Latin 'radiōsus', derived from 'radius' meaning ray.

Common Phrases and Expressions

a radiant smile
A smile that expresses joy and happiness.
un sourire radieux
a radiant sky
A clear and sunny sky.
un ciel radieux
a radiant day
A magnificent and bright day.
une journée radieuse

Related Words

radiance
Quality of that which emits or reflects light.
radiance
radiant
That draws attention by its beauty or joy.
radiant
radiance
Emission of light or energy.
rayonnement

Slang Meanings

A person who is beautiful and happy.
She is so radiant today!
Elle est tellement radieuse aujourd'hui !
A special moment filled with joy.
This party was radiant.
Cette fête était radieuse.