RADIATE Synonyms: 124 Similar and Opposite Words

radiate

verb

ˈrā-dē-ˌāt

Definition of radiate

as in to emanate

to extend outwards from or as if from a central point the heat radiating from the fire the spokes of a bicycle wheel radiate from the hub towards the rim

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as in to shine

to emit rays of light fireflies give off their light by means of a chemical reaction that causes their abdomens to radiate

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as in to emit

to throw or give off the sun radiates tiny amounts of energy in the form of microwaves

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Recent Examples of radiate Barbara and Ibby forge a friendship that’s unexpectedly compelling because of the strength of the two actors, radiating an interiority that isn’t on the page. — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2026 The spacious drawing room radiates Georgian elegance with soaring ceilings, floor-length sash windows, mural wallpaper, and intricate crown moldings. — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2026 Even a simple good deed radiates kindness and promotes the welfare of humanity. — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 14 Sep. 2026 Andreas brings him to a rich guy’s place, where Luca catches the eye of a flamboyant coke-snorting crossdresser whose affect radiates malevolence. — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 4 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for radiate

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Verb

That’s a sign of how much the movie’s visual effects emanate directly from the imagination of the filmmaker.

— Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 27 Sep. 2026
Across the valley in Hemet, the plan grew by 660%, with more than 1,100 new policies emanating from a single ZIP Code.

— Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of emanate

Verb

While moving, the cord returns to its original shape, ready to power its next leap so long as the infrared light is still shining.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 Sep. 2026
Thankfully, my worries turned out to be unfounded, because the talent show in this episode turns out to be her time to shine.

— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of shine

Verb

On the stage, three massive towers that emitted flames lit up in perfect coordination with the fans’ Nachimbongs, creating an immersive atmosphere that elevated every moment of the show.

— Natalia Cano, Billboard, 26 Sep. 2026
The duo also translate the musical signals being emitted by the cosmic rift, realizing that a giant space baby is about to be born, and that the energy bursts bombarding both Enterprises are effectively contractions.

— Richard Edwards, Space.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of emit

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Scientists have long grouped sharks together as a natural evolutionary unit, meaning every shark species shares a common ancestor that rays and skates do not.

— Melissa Cristina Márquez, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
The PlayStation 5 Pro is a more powerful spin on the vanilla PS5, thanks to ray tracing and AI upscaling that give games a visual boost.

— Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026

Definition of ray

Verb

Local baking star Colossus Bread has expanded to a full restaurant setting right by the waterfront, earning a glowing Times review.

— Daniel Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026
The tool relies on a soluble liquid substitute that glows during the reaction, reducing measurement times to minutes and enabling rapid evaluation of large libraries of enzyme variants.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of glow

Verb

The leadership of the Board of Regents is also cast in an unforgiving light.

— Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Plot and casting details remain under wraps, but the project is co-written with Fatrick Tabada (Flower Girl), marking Jadaone’s return to the genre that helped establish her as a local favorite nearly a decade after Love You To The Stars And Back.

— Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2026

Definition of cast

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The earnings are derived predominantly from salary and bonuses, with off-field income representing only 16% of the total.

— Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 23 Sep. 2026
Vasquez said Mitra9’s products are made with botanical kratom extract derived from the natural leaf, and not with isolated or synthetic 7-OH.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of derive

Verb

Regardless, any diplomatic efforts that pause the fighting and release the choke hold on global energy supplies are just the beginning.

— Robin Wright, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2026
Roll it along your hands, wrists, neck or shoulders for a few minutes to boost circulation, release tension and find your focus.

— ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026

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