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Exuding Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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exuding

ex-ud-ing

🇺🇸 /ɪɡˈzudɪŋ/ · 🇬🇧 /ɛɡzjˈuːdɪŋ/

Definition

Context #1 | Verb

emitting

To exude means to discharge slowly and steadily. It can refer to the process of giving off a liquid, smell, or quality. When something exudes, it releases or emits a substance in a gradual manner.

Synonyms

emit, ooze, radiate, secrete.

Examples of usage

  • He exuded confidence during the interview.
  • The flower exuded a sweet fragrance.
  • The athlete exuded determination and perseverance.
  • The freshly baked bread exuded a tempting aroma.
  • The leaky pipe exuded water onto the floor.

Translations

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Quick facts about “exuding”

Exuding is a 3-syllable verb (ex-ud-ing). It is pronounced /ɪɡˈzudɪŋ/ in American English and /ɛɡzjˈuːdɪŋ/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 1 meaning, 4 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #30,250 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'exuding'

The word 'exuding' comes from the Latin word 'exudare', which means 'to sweat out'. The concept of exuding has been associated with the idea of slowly releasing or emitting a substance for centuries. It is often used to describe a natural process of giving off liquid, smell, or quality.

See also: exudation, exude.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,250 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.