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

• brightness
• brilliance
• brilliancy
• candor
• dazzle
• effulgence
• illumination
• lambency
• lightness
• luminance
• luminosity
• luminousness
• luster
• lustre
• lustrousness
• refulgence
• splendor

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

Helen Mirren’s Cannes Film Festival radiance, accented by a royal purple ball gown and chic silver bob, was thanks in part to an affordable primer so good that Eva Longoria wore it to the Oscars — and it's used on Martha Stewart daily. —Kayla Blanton, Peoplemag, 3 June 2024

To travel with an intentional lip is to travel with grace, radiance, and poise. —Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 May 2024

Inspired by the warmth, radiance, and beauty of summer, Kilian Hennessy's latest scent will remind you of a tropical paradise. —Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 31 May 2024

The equine spectacle generates handsome revenues for local businesses, provides employment for many, and advertises Baltimore’s eye-catching radiance. —Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 17 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

radiance

noun

ra·​di·​ance ˈrād-ē-ən(t)s 

: the quality or state of being radiant