B2verbscienceemotions
US/ˈreɪ.di.eɪt/
UK/ˈreɪ.di.eɪt/
to send out heat or light, or to show a strong feeling clearly
In context
The old stove radiates heat for hours after the fire has gone out.
She walked in radiating confidence and shook everyone's hand.
Streets radiate from the central square like the spokes of a wheel.
Words that go with radiate
verb + noun
- radiate heatThe sun radiates heat all day.
- radiate confidenceGood leaders radiate confidence.
- radiate warmthHer smile radiated warmth.
- radiate happinessThe bride radiated happiness.
- radiate lightThe lamp radiates a soft light.
verb + preposition
- radiate fromPain radiated from his shoulder down his arm.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
She radiates of happiness.Correct: She radiates happiness.