<p><strong>Verb (used without object)</strong></p><ul><li>to extend, spread, or move like rays or radii from a center</li><li>to emit rays, as of light or heat; irradiate</li><li>to issue or proceed in rays</li><li>(of persons) to project or glow with cheerfulness, joy, etc.: She simply radiates with good humor</li></ul><p><strong>Verb (used with object)</strong></p><ul><li>to emit in rays; disseminate, as from a center</li><li>(of persons) to project (joy, goodwill, etc.)</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>radiating from a center</li><li>having rays extending from a central point or part: a coin showing a radiate head</li><li>radiating symmetrically</li></ul>