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radiant

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Adjective — Giving off light or heat; shining brightly.

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radiant smile radiant heat radiant glow

Etymology

From Latin radians/radiantis, the present participle of radiare, "to give off rays".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “radiant” mean?

The word “radiant” means giving off light or heat; shining brightly. In plain terms, shining brightly, or (of a person) glowing with happiness or beauty.

How do you pronounce “radiant”?

“Radiant” is pronounced RAY-dee-uhnt (/ˈɹeɪ.di.ənt/ in IPA).

How do you use “radiant” in a sentence?

Here is “radiant” used in a sentence: “The radiant heat from the fireplace warmed the whole room.”

What part of speech is “radiant”?

“Radiant” is an adjective.

Where does the word “radiant” come from?

The word “radiant” comes from Latin. From Latin radians/radiantis, the present participle of radiare, "to give off rays".

Is “radiant” a common word?

“Radiant” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “radiant” have?

“Radiant” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: giving off light or heat; shining brightly.

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