Definition of exude
exuded
;exuding
intransitive verb
1 : to ooze out
2 : to undergo diffusion
transitive verb
1 : to cause to ooze or spread out in all directions
2 : to display conspicuously or abundantly exudes charm
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Examples of exude in a Sentence
Pine trees exude a sticky substance.
The flowers exuded a sweet fragrance.
Recent Examples of exude from the Web
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The song is Cole at his best, exuding candor and vulnerability without didacticism.
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Meanwhile, on the east side of Milwaukee, longtime season ticket holder Roger Quindel exudes a mix of optimism about the team's rebuilding efforts and frustration at the price increase for his seats in the Bucks' new arena.
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The comfy cabin, finished with the company’s signature Takumi craftsmanship, exudes a welcome un-Lexus edginess.
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At Dior, Hadid’s coifed updo exuded polish, the retro rake-back centering on a slight bouffant and faux bangs pushed gracefully to one side.
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Coppola’s direction exudes as sense of feminine toughness and control.
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The paintings exude a sense of rootlessness, the fate of the exile who misses home and cannot fully embrace any subsequent home because the migration was involuntary.
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Gaia Gelato: Run by cousins Cristina Amoroso and Paola Richard — who also come from Italy and also made a dramatic career change — Gaia exudes Roman authenticity.
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The lucky entrepreneur exudes a perpetually zen vibe, no matter what comes his way.
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Origin and Etymology of exude
Latin exsudare, from ex- + sudare to sweat — more at sweat
EXUDE Defined for English Language Learners
exude
playDefinition of exude for English Language Learners
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: to produce a liquid or smell that flows out slowly
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: to flow out slowly
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: to show (a quality, emotion, etc.) very clearly or strongly
Medical Dictionary
exude
playMedical Definition of exude
exuded
;exuding
1
intransitive verb
: to ooze out2: to undergo diffusion
transitive verb
: to cause to ooze or spread out in all directions
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