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as in bright
having or being an outward sign of good feelings (as of love, confidence, or happiness)
she left the interview with a radiant smile on her face, confident she had gotten the job a radiant bride
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as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light
from the plane we could see the statehouse's radiant gold dome
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Recent Examples of radiant
The radiant—or point where the meteors appear to emanate from—lies in Aquarius, which rises after midnight.
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Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
In fact, looking about 45 degrees away from the radiant often provides a better chance to catch long, dramatic meteor trails.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2025
Its appeal lies in its versatility: radiant and uplifting without being loud.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
The formulation blends hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and blue agave extract to keep the skin hydrated and radiant but never oily.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 8 May 2025
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Kayla Randall, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 May 2025
In fact, looking about 45 degrees away from the radiant often provides a better chance to catch long, dramatic meteor trails.
—Jake Parks, Discover Magazine, 1 May 2025
Its appeal lies in its versatility: radiant and uplifting without being loud.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 9 May 2025
The formulation blends hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and blue agave extract to keep the skin hydrated and radiant but never oily.
—Danielle Sinay, Glamour, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for radiant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for radiant
Adjective
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But for those with the skill and will to change theirs, the weather looks much brighter.—
John Readman,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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But when done right, the whole room can seem brighter and more spacious.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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But for dryer skin types, this step can be skipped so the Glow Mist can easily lock everything in while keeping the skin luminous, fresh and protected throughout the day.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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What finally elevated my perspective was a luminous Book that perfectly alchemized my thoughts, beliefs, with human nature.—
Angie Martoccio,
Rolling Stone,
13 May 2025
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Gleeson says Krasinski and Carell's support — and their glowing reports of their own experiences working on The Office — made accepting the role that much more affirming.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
25 May 2025
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Leave it on and rub it in after your shave routine as a hydrating after-shave oil to soothe your skin and reveal your glowing, radiant skin.—
Adam Mills,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Attendees rode in support of and alongside community member Eva Zamora, who is a shining example of how to live your best life with Parkinson’s disease and takes cycle classes at EōS regularly, a news release stated.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Apr. 2025
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Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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The results give a dazzling, simultaneous impression of serenity and velocity—half zen garden, half hyperspeed blur.—
Julian Lucas,
New Yorker,
29 May 2025
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The event will feature a lineup of live entertainment, including performances by The Betties, the Orlando Gay Chorus, and the dazzling Kissimmee Queens.—
Joe Rassel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 May 2025
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Some of the criteria are beach material (fine sand ranks highest), air and water temperature, number of sunny days, wildlife, litter and development.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
23 May 2025
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And what better way to kick off the sunny season than with our Summer TV Preview.—
EW Staff,
EW.com,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Low porosity hair tends to be stronger, less damaged, and may appear shinier than high porosity hair.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
26 May 2025
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This went to the team behind Alejandro González Iñárritu’s Amores Perros (2000), which, like the Palm Dog, celebrated a quarter of a century at the festival this year and is about to get a shiny new re-release courtesy of Mubi.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
24 May 2025
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In the video was a group of dogs, and a professional dog walker managing the calm and cheerful pack, sitting beautifully for the camera.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Related Stories 13 Under-The-Radar Activities And Experiences In Key West The 11 Best Key West Restaurants On The Water Rooms And Rates The rooms are bright, cheerful, and simple, with colorful coastal touches in artwork and decorative items like pillows.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
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“Radiant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/radiant. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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