exude

verb

ex·​ude ig-ˈzüd How to pronounce exude (audio)
exuded; exuding
Synonyms of exudenext

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

Examples of exude in a Sentence

Pine trees exude a sticky substance. The flowers exuded a sweet fragrance.
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The silhouette leans toward straight-legged, but with a roomy, relaxed twist that exudes effortless style. Claire West, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026 Nia Long exuded timeless elegance for her Met Gala debut, stepping onto the carpet in her signature natural glam. Essence, 6 May 2026 His movies exude eagerness, energy, verve in storytelling, and unmitigated confidence in the emotional power of the cinema itself. Richard Brody, New Yorker, 30 Apr. 2026 The elder Taylor exuded the easy-going charm of a music legend who is free of any airs or affectations. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for exude

Word History

Etymology

Latin exsudare, from ex- + sudare to sweat — more at sweat

First Known Use

1574, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of exude was in 1574

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Cite this Entry

“Exude.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exude. Accessed 12 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

exude

verb
ex·​ude ig-ˈzüd How to pronounce exude (audio)
exuded; exuding
1
: to discharge slowly through pores or cuts : ooze
exude sweat
2
: to give forth
brown eyes exuding confidence

Medical Definition

exude

verb
ex·​ude ig-ˈzüd How to pronounce exude (audio)
exuded; exuding

intransitive verb

1
: to ooze out
2
: to undergo diffusion

transitive verb

: to cause to ooze or spread out in all directions

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