ra·di·ate
ˈrā-dē-ˌāt 
radiated; radiating
1
: to proceed in a direct line from or toward a center
2
: to send out rays : shine brightly
3
a
: to issue in or as if in rays
b
: to evolve by adaptive radiation
1
: to send out in or as if in rays
2
3
: to spread abroad or around as if from a center
radiately
adverb
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Verb
The pain was radiating down my arm.
The sun radiates heat and light.
Heat radiates from the sun.
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Verb
That's when the moon won't interfere with the display and the Taurus constellation, which is where the meteors seem to emerge – or radiate, according to Earth Sky, a website devoted to astronomy and Earth sciences.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
Sonoma and Napa Vineyards That Set the Stage For The Music And Wine Festival
The wineries of Northern California offer a stunning backdrop for SIP events, each radiating its unique charm and inviting atmosphere, captivating visitors from all backgrounds.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
The shaking usually radiates outward from the focus in a bull’s eye pattern.
—Margherita Bassi, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Oct. 2024
Liza meant so much to so many, and her smile radiated happiness, energy, and comfort.
—Mollie Markowitz, Fox News, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Radiate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radiate. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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radiate
1 of 2 verb
ra·di·ate
ˈrād-ē-ˌāt
radiated; radiating
: to issue in or as if in rays : spread from a central point
back pain radiating to both upper legs—Tony Miksanek
Tony Miksanekradiate
2 of 2 adjective
ra·di·ate
ˈrād-ē-ət, -ē-ˌāt
1
: having rays or radial parts
2
: characterized by radial symmetry : radially symmetrical
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