radiance

noun

ra·​di·​ance ˈrā-dē-ən(t)s 

1

: the quality or state of being radiant

2

: a deep pink

3

: the flux density of radiant energy per unit solid angle and per unit projected area of radiating surface

Synonyms of radiance

• brightness
• brilliancy
• brilliance
• lightness

Examples of radiance in a Sentence

She had a youthful radiance about her.

Her face glowed with radiance.

the radiance of the rising sun

Recent Examples on the Web

The formula pairs propolis—known for its soothing, glow-boosting properties—with niacinamide, which helps support the skin barrier, calm visible redness, and bring out that soft, lit-from-within radiance. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 21 Mar. 2026

Other favorites of hers include Peach & Lily Glass Skin Refining Serum for lightweight hydration and radiance. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 19 Mar. 2026

It is intended to provide the ability to more efficiently read neural radiance field, or NeRF, papers and translate them into code. —Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026

As for beauty, Klum kept the radiance going by styling her signature dirty-blonde tresses in tousled waves with a middle part. —Christina Perrier, InStyle, 15 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for radiance

• irradiance

Kids Definition

radiance

noun

ra·​di·​ance ˈrād-ē-ən(t)s 

: the quality or state of being radiant