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

As the name hints, each formula is powered by vitamin C-rich yuzu extract—a gold-standard brightener for boosting radiance and evening out tone. —Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 26 Nov. 2025

While red and blue light (and their combination, purple) are most well-known for their use in treating signs of aging and blemishes, respectively, the Age-R Booster Pro also offers inflammation-reducing green light and radiance-boosting orange light. —Emily Orofino, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025

Her radiance — her feathers are beaming, especially when the sunset hits her feathers. —Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 23 Nov. 2025

While hyaluronic acid certainly steals the show, the serum also features vitamin C to not only give your skin a boost of radiance, but also even out the complexion by minimizing dark spots and hyperpigmentation. —Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 21 Nov. 2025

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