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to irradiate
01
to shine or cast rays of light upon something
Transitive: to irradiate a space
Examples
The lanterns irradiated the campsite, creating a warm and cozy atmosphere.
02
to expose something to radiation or light
Transitive: to irradiate sth
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
action verb
regular
present tense
irradiate
3rd person singular
irradiates
present participle
irradiating
past simple
irradiated
past participle
irradiated
Examples
The scientists irradiated the plant samples with UV light to study their reaction.
03
to enlighten someone's mind or soul with knowledge, insight, or wisdom
Transitive: to irradiate someone's mind or soul
Examples
Through profound conversations and deep reflection, the poet irradiated her readers.
Lexical Tree
irradiate
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