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 crowd at Old Trafford exuded a sense of togetherness.
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But generally the festival exudes a certain liberal sensibility.
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And both of them exuded goodness, purity, morality.
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Scott works as the head bartender and beverage director for Parkers, which sits inside the Kimpton Hotel on the 2000 block of East 9th Street and exudes class and sophistication.
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Architecturally inspiring, the exclusive Neil P. building is a stunning 11-story Fort Worth landmark that exudes Art Deco style and elegance.
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And though neither exudes the glamour or political flare of Mr. Trudeau, Mr. Scheer lacks Mr. Harper’s wooden public manner.
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The soundtrack exudes an air of excessive solemnity.
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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
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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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