radiance
7 synonyms and 2 antonyms for radiance, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of shining brightly, or figuratively, of glowing with happiness or beauty.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use radiance
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
inner radiance
the radiance of the sun
glowing radiance
Etymology
From "radiant" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ance".
Full origin of radiance →Frequently asked questions
What does “radiance” mean?
The word “radiance” means the quality of shining brightly, or figuratively, of glowing with happiness or beauty. In plain terms, brightness or glow — literal light, or a figurative glow of health, joy, or beauty.
How do you pronounce “radiance”?
“Radiance” is pronounced RAY-dee-uhns (/ˈɹeɪdi.əns/ in IPA).
How do you use “radiance” in a sentence?
Here is “radiance” used in a sentence: “The bride's radiance lit up the whole room.”
What part of speech is “radiance”?
“Radiance” is a noun.
