# radiance vs radiate

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### radiance
*noun · IPA /ˈɹeɪdi.əns/ · frequency rank #27,612*
The quality or state of being radiant; shining, bright or splendid.

### radiate
*verb · IPA /ˈɹeɪdieɪt/ · frequency rank #30,557*
To extend, send or spread out from a center like radii.

## Source
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