radiance

noun

ra·​di·​ance ˈrā-dē-ən(t)s How to pronounce radiance (audio)
Synonyms of radiancenext
1
: the quality or state of being radiant
2
: a deep pink
3
: the flux density of radiant energy per unit solid angle and per unit projected area of radiating surface

Examples of radiance in a Sentence

She had a youthful radiance about her. Her face glowed with radiance. the radiance of the rising sun
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The multi-use illuminator adds the perfect amount of radiance to the skin without looking like a glitter bomb. Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 30 June 2026 For red carpet-ready glow, the Marty Supreme actress opts for a radiance-boosting primer. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 If your complexion tends to look flat or tired by midday, this powder can help bring back some radiance. Brigitt Earley, Glamour, 25 June 2026 Its radiance comes from the tethering of bergamot, iris, salt, musk, and Ambroxan. Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for radiance

Word History

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of radiance was in 1593

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“Radiance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/radiance. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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radiance

noun
ra·​di·​ance ˈrād-ē-ən(t)s How to pronounce radiance (audio)
: the quality or state of being radiant

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