radiance
noun
ra·di·ance
ˈrā-dē-ən(t)s 
Synonyms
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
McCrimmon’s portrayal resists the Broadway myth to find mortal radiance instead.
Feldstein, to her credit, was a more adept physical comedian.
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Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
However, Friday, with its mere 76, possibly caused by the absence of solar radiance, did fall a degree short of Thursday’s 77.
—Martin Weil, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2024
A little bit goes a long way, as the creamy formula is spiked with rich botanical hydrators that protect against UV damage and breakage on top of amplifying radiance.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2024
Additionally, Fur has created a Dry Brush that works to improve lymphatic drainage, detoxification, and, without a doubt, the skin’s radiance.
—Samantha Mims, Essence, 6 Dec. 2023
The flattering hair color is likely to be everywhere by the summer as everyone looks for that golden radiance.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2024
The resulting film — while largely morose, in spite of its occasional radiance — is a radically honest look at how unjust structures negotiate the value of bodies, and rob people of their dignity, even in death.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 26 Feb. 2024
This smooth and sleek gua sha is made of Xiyuan Jade, which is designed to stimulate the skin in order to boost radiance.
—Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024
Illuminated by the molten rock’s radiance, the group delved into the purpose of their late-night venture: collecting lava samples and measuring volcanic gasses.
—Maya Wei-Haas, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Feb. 2024
Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2024
However, Friday, with its mere 76, possibly caused by the absence of solar radiance, did fall a degree short of Thursday’s 77.
—Martin Weil, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2024
A little bit goes a long way, as the creamy formula is spiked with rich botanical hydrators that protect against UV damage and breakage on top of amplifying radiance.
—Mary Honkus, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2024
Additionally, Fur has created a Dry Brush that works to improve lymphatic drainage, detoxification, and, without a doubt, the skin’s radiance.
—Samantha Mims, Essence, 6 Dec. 2023
The flattering hair color is likely to be everywhere by the summer as everyone looks for that golden radiance.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 16 Feb. 2024
The resulting film — while largely morose, in spite of its occasional radiance — is a radically honest look at how unjust structures negotiate the value of bodies, and rob people of their dignity, even in death.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 26 Feb. 2024
This smooth and sleek gua sha is made of Xiyuan Jade, which is designed to stimulate the skin in order to boost radiance.
—Sophie Dodd, Peoplemag, 22 Feb. 2024
Illuminated by the molten rock’s radiance, the group delved into the purpose of their late-night venture: collecting lava samples and measuring volcanic gasses.
—Maya Wei-Haas, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Feb. 2024
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“Radiance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radiance. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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radiance
noun
ra·di·ance
ˈrād-ē-ən(t)s
: the quality or state of being radiant
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