radiating

• Qui émet des rayons, des ondes ou de l'énergie vers l'extérieur à partir d'un point central ; s'emploie aussi au sens figuré pour une personne qui dégage une qualité ou un sentiment.

Describes something that emits rays, waves, or energy outward from a central point; also used figuratively to describe a person emitting a particular quality or feeling.

1. Diverging from a common pointB2formal

   Extending outward from a central point in different directions.

   rayonnant

   • The spokes of the wheel are radiating from the hub.
   • The city's streets are radiating from the central square.
   • Lines radiating from the center of the diagram show the distribution of forces.

   Synonymesbranchingdivergentradialradiatespreading

   Antonymesconverging

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action d'émettre de l'énergie, de la lumière, de la chaleur ou des particules sous forme de rayons ou d'ondes, ou de se propager vers l'extérieur à partir d'un point central.

A verb used to indicate the act of emitting energy, light, heat, or particles in rays or waves, or to spread outward from a central point.

1. Emit rays or wavesB2formalscientific

   To send out rays of light, heat, or other energy in the form of waves.

   Émettre des rayons ou des ondes

   • The sun radiates light and warmth across the solar system.
   • A campfire radiates heat in all directions.
   • The lighthouse radiates a powerful beam of light.

   Synonymesbeamcastdiffusedischargeemanateemitgive offreleasesend outshine

   Antonymesabsorbsoak

2. Project a quality or feelingB2formal

   To clearly show or project a particular quality, emotion, or characteristic.

   dégager (une qualité, un sentiment)

   • She radiates confidence and positivity wherever she goes.
   • His face radiated pure joy when he saw the surprise.
   • The leader radiates authority and calmness.

   Synonymesdisplayemanateemitexhibitexudeprojectreflectshow

   Antonymesabsorbconcealhidemasksuppress

3. Spread outward from a centerB2formalscientific

   To extend or spread outward from a central point or focus.

   rayonner

   • The roads radiate from the town square like spokes of a wheel.
   • The cracks radiated from the center of the impact.
   • The nerves radiate from the spinal cord to the rest of the body.

   Synonymesbranch outdiffusedispersedivergeemanatefan outspread

   Antonymescollectconcentrateconvergegather

4. Show a bright complexionB2informal

   To have a face that is glowing with a strong, healthy color, such as red or pink.

   Avoir le teint radieux

   • Her cheeks radiated a rosy hue after the run.
   • His face radiated with a healthy glow after the vacation.
   • The cold wind made her skin radiate a bright pink.

   Synonymesbloomflushglowshine

5. Emit light as if in raysC1formalart

   To cause something to be seen by emitting light in a ray-like manner.

   Émettre de la lumière en rayons

   • The stained glass window radiated colorful beams of light into the room.
   • The diamond radiated flashes of brilliance under the spotlight.
   • The city skyline radiated a warm glow at dusk.

   Synonymesbeamcastemitflashgleamglitterglowprojectshine

6. Feel intense happinessB2informal

   To experience a strong feeling of well-being or happiness, often from good health or strong emotion.

   Rayonner de bonheur

   • She radiated happiness at her wedding reception.
   • He radiated contentment after finishing the marathon.
   • The children radiated excitement on Christmas morning.

   Synonymesbeamglowshine

7. Issue in rays or wavesC1formalscientific

   To emerge or be given off in the form of rays or waves.

   émettre des rayons ou des ondes

   • Heat radiates from the engine while it runs.
   • Sound waves radiate from the speaker in all directions.
   • Energy radiates from the core of the reactor.

   Synonymesbeamemanateglowissueproceedshine

8. Diversify into new formsC1formalscientific

   To spread into new environments or habitats, leading to variation or diversification.

   Se diversifier en colonisant de nouveaux milieux

   • The species radiated into many different forms across the islands.
   • The company's products radiated into new markets globally.
   • The plant family radiated into diverse species adapted to different climates.

   Synonymesbranch outdivergediversifyproliferatespread