Eradiate

/ɪˈreɪdiˌeɪt/ verb

Definition

To radiate outward or emit rays of light or energy; an archaic term meaning to shine forth.

Etymology

From Latin 'eradiatus,' from 'e-' (out) + 'radiatus' (radiating, from 'radius,' ray). This is a rare or obsolete English verb.

Kelly Says

This beautiful word captures how the sun seems to throw rays in all directions—'eradiate' literally means rays going out, making it perfect for describing how light actually travels through the universe!

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