radiance

noun

ra·​di·​ance ˈrā-dē-ən(t)s 

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

Synonyms

• brightness
• brilliance
• brilliancy
• candor
• dazzle
• effulgence
• illumination
• lambency
• lightness
• luminance
• luminosity
• luminousness
• luster
• lustre
• lustrousness
• refulgence
• splendor

Examples of radiance in a Sentence

She had a youthful radiance about her.

Her face glowed with radiance.

the radiance of the rising sun

Recent Examples on the Web

This four-piece set helps to even skin tone, amp up radiance, and prevent sun damage with Phloretin CF, Discoloration Defense, Retinol 0.5, and Physical Fusion UV Defense SPF 50. —Annie Blackman, Allure, 5 Nov. 2024

Used separately or in tandem, these will greatly improve skin texture, complexion, firmness, and radiance. —Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2024

This product is packed with a ton of retinol and hydrating ingredients that work to erase fine lines while boosting the skin’s radiance. —Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2024

The cream is packed with hydrating ingredients to help reduce redness and restore radiance. —Isabel Garcia, People.com, 25 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1600, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

radiance

noun

ra·​di·​ance ˈrād-ē-ən(t)s 

: the quality or state of being radiant