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radiance

n. uncountable
C1 Advanced US //ˈɹeɪˌdiəns// UK //ɹˈeɪdiəns// ra·di·ance

n. a glowing light or a look of great health and happiness. It describes something that shines brightly or someone who looks very beautiful and glowing.

n. the quality of emitting or reflecting light; a glowing or vivid brightness. Often used figuratively to describe a person's appearance of health, joy, or beauty.


SIMPLE

The bride had a natural radiance on her wedding day.

CONTEXTUAL

The morning sun hit the snow with such radiance that we had to wear sunglasses to look outside.

Synonyms
Origin

From radiant + -ance.

Usage

Typically uncountable when referring to light or beauty; rarely used in the plural.

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