exude

verb

ex·​ude ig-ˈzüd 

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

Synonyms of exude

• drip
• ooze
• seep
• flow
• percolate
• weep
• bleed

Examples of exude in a Sentence

Pine trees exude a sticky substance.

The flowers exuded a sweet fragrance.

Recent Examples on the Web

This ornament set is perfect for those who prefer a cohesive tree, and includes 30 ornaments in bold black and gold shades that exude elegant style. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2025

To create the timeless look, Mills suggests reaching for ornaments in rich red and green colors, metallic accents, and textured glass and elegant velvet ornaments that exude a luxurious holiday spirit. —Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Nov. 2025

Casting off their usual morbid sheen, the grounds of the cemetery exuded life as my mom was returned to the earth. —Literary Hub, 24 Nov. 2025

Regina King Regina King exuded elegance in a vibrant orange Jean-Louis Sabaji gown. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 24 Nov. 2025

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

Rhymes for exude

• accrued
• allude
• collude
• conclude
• construed
• debuted
• delude
• elude
• endued
• ensued
• eschewed
• etude

Kids Definition

exude

verb

ex·​ude ig-ˈzüd 

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 

exuded; exuding

intransitive verb

1

: to ooze out

2

: to undergo diffusion

transitive verb

: to cause to ooze or spread out in all directions