C2verbformalemotionsrelationships
US/ɪɡˈzuːd/
UK/ɪɡˈzjuːd/
to show a quality or feeling strongly, like confidence; also to slowly give off a liquid or smell
In context
The new manager exudes confidence, even in difficult meetings.
The old hotel exudes charm, with its wooden floors and tall windows.
Some trees exude a sticky liquid when their bark is cut.
Words that go with exude
verb + noun
- exude confidenceGood salespeople exude confidence when they talk about their products.
- exude charmThe little seaside town exudes charm.
- exude an air ofThe old professor exuded an air of calm authority.
- exude warmthOur host exuded warmth and made us feel at home.
- exude energyEven at seventy, she exudes energy.