radiate

Meanings

• Verb

  Give out light, heat, or energy in waves, especially from a luminous source.

  - "The sun radiates energy towards the earth."
  - "The glowing coal radiates heat."
  - "The radioactive material continues to radiate."

• Verb

  Have or give out rays or beams of light, energy, or influence.

  - "The stars in the night sky radiate a sense of wonder."
  - "The painting radiates a feeling of joy."
  - "The speaker radiated confidence."

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Synonyms

irradiate

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with radiate
Graves , Raves , Caves , Waves

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Variants

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radiate , radiated , radiates , radiating , radiately

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Etymology

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From Old French 'radier' meaning 'to clear', from 'rad' meaning 'ray'. The meaning evolved to 'give off rays' due to the association of clearing a surface with the spreading out of rays.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'radiate' comes from the Latin word 'radiatus' meaning 'spread out'.

2. The human body also radiates energy in the form of body heat.

3. Radiation therapy is a common treatment for cancer.

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Related Concepts

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1. Radiation: The emission of energy in the form of waves or particles, typically from a radioactive substance or other hot body.

2. Radiant: Giving out or reflecting light, especially in an intense way. Having a bright, lively, or attractive appearance.

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Culture

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The term 'radiate' has been used extensively in various fields. In astronomy, it refers to stars that emit a large amount of energy in the form of radiation. In medicine, it is used to describe the spread of cancer cells from a primary tumor to other parts of the body. In art, the term can refer to the spreading out of colors or light from a central point.

How to Memorize "radiate"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a light bulb glowing brightly and emitting rays of light in all directions.
   - Visualize the sun radiating heat and energy towards the earth.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'radiate' with the image of a sun or a light bulb.
   - Think of the word 'radiate' when you see rays of light spreading out from a source.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Radiate' as a reminder for 'Rays Are Diffused In All Directions'.

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