radiance

CEFRC1

/ˈɹeɪdi.əns/

noun

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In plain English

  1. 01

    noun

    A bright glow or quality of looking very happy.

  2. 02

    noun

    Extra detail

    The flux of radiation emitted per unit solid angle in a given direction by a unit area of a source.

Examples

  • The radiance that emanates from Marika's face reflects the rich tapestry of her mixed heritage.

  • What is life without the radiance of love?

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
3
Parts of speech
1
Citations
2

Deep Dive

noun

Extra meaning

  1. The quality or state of being radiant; shining, bright or splendid.

More examples

In context

  • You who live in radiance hear the prayers of those of us who live in skin

  • Girt with omnipotence, with radiance crowned.

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The blank of the morning sun filled the room with warm light.

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Origin

noun

From radiant + -ance.