radiant

adjective

ra·di·ant | \ ˈrā-dē-ənt

Definition of radiant

(Entry 1 of 2)

1a : radiating rays or reflecting beams of light

b : vividly bright and shining : glowing

2 : marked by or expressive of love, confidence, or happiness a radiant smile

3a : emitted or transmitted by radiation

b : emitting or relating to radiant heat

radiant

noun

Definition of radiant (Entry 2 of 2)

: something that radiates: such as

a : a point in the heavens at which the visible paths of meteors appear to meet when traced backward

b : the part of a gas or electric heater that becomes incandescent

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Synonyms for radiant

Synonyms: Adjective

aglow, beaming, bright, glowing, sunny

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Adjective

bright, brilliant, radiant, luminous, lustrous mean shining or glowing with light. bright implies emitting or reflecting a high degree of light. brilliant implies intense often sparkling brightness. radiant stresses the emission or seeming emission of rays of light. luminous implies emission of steady, suffused, glowing light by reflection or in surrounding darkness. lustrous stresses an even, rich light from a surface that reflects brightly without glittering.

Examples of radiant in a Sentence

Adjective

She had a radiant inner glow. She looked radiant at her wedding.

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And the Clarisonic Mia Smart 3-in-1 Sonic Facial Cleansing Brush is the perfect cleansing-slash-exfoliating-slash-face-firming tool for techies (also, for anyone who’s a fan of radiant skin). — Allure, "The 5 Most Innovative Beauty Product Launches of 2019, According to Allure Readers," 14 May 2019 As Monday’s red carpet will prove, extravagant, flamboyant clothing is best complemented by radiant skin, eye-catching brows, and conversation-piece nails. — Rachel Marlowe, Vogue, "The Beauty Pop-Ups to Know in New York Ahead of the Met Gala," 1 May 2019 Suddenly neither of us could focus on anything else—we were stuck in a rabbit hole, trying to figure out how exactly to get this glistening, radiant look. — Glamour, "Buttery Skin Is the Biggest New Trend, and I Tried It," 8 Apr. 2019 Affleck eventually decided on a 6.10 carat fancy intense pink diamond (radiant cut) with white diamond side accents. — Stellene Volandes, Town & Country, "Jennifer Lopez's Pink Diamond Made Her an Engagement Ring Influencer," 23 Mar. 2019 The Best Supporting Actress nominee reportedly topped off her radiant look with Chopard jewels. — Kayla Keegan, Good Housekeeping, "Regina King's 2019 Oscars Dress Has THE Sexiest Slit We've Ever Seen," 25 Feb. 2019 Your genetic analysis could also tell you what kinds of foods to eat for younger, more radiant skin. — Elizabeth Siegel, Allure, "The Future of Personalized Beauty Lies in the Tech Industry," 17 Apr. 2019 Allot another five minutes for checking out your newly radiant skin. — Glamour, "8 Genius Tips That’ll Give You Clearer Skin for Free," 26 Mar. 2019 After her ultra-successful Glow Face Palette launch with Becca Cosmetics last year, Chrissy Teigen teamed up with the brand again to create a collection of five gorgeous glow-boosting products to give you your most radiant summer skin ever. — Kaitlyn Frey, PEOPLE.com, "Get a Gorgeous Summer Glow Thanks to Chrissy Teigen's New Collaboration with Becca Cosmetics," 3 July 2018

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