radiant
UK: ˈreɪdiənt | US: ˈreɪdiənt
adj. shining brightly; emitting light or heat
adj. filled with happiness or joy
n. a point or object that emits light or heat
radiant = radi<ray> + ant<adjective suffix>
- radi (from Latin radius, meaning "ray, beam")
- ant (Latin-derived suffix forming adjectives, indicating "having the quality of")
Etymology Origin:
The word "radiant" traces back to the Latin radius (ray), reflecting the concept of light spreading outward like spokes from a wheel. Over time, it evolved to describe both physical brightness (e.g., sunlight) and metaphorical "brightness" (e.g., joy). The suffix -ant solidifies its adjectival form, emphasizing a radiating quality.
The radiant sun warmed the entire valley.
Her radiant smile lit up the room.
The gemstone was cut to maximize its radiant glow.
He felt radiant after receiving the good news.
The painting captured the radiant colors of the sunset.