Dictionary Check: radiate

"radiate" is a valid word!

Scrabble 8 points
Words with Friends 8 points

Definition

adjective

arranged like rays or radii; radiating from a common center

Example: "radial symmetry"
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adjective

having rays or ray-like parts as in the flower heads of daisies

verb

send out rays or waves

Example: "The sun radiates heat"
verb

send out real or metaphoric rays; the children radiated joyous energy

Example: "She radiates happiness"
verb

extend or spread outward from a center or focus or inward towards a center

Example: "spokes radiate from the hub of the wheel"
Synonyms:
ray
verb

have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink

Example: "Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna"
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