irradiate Antonyms
Meaning of irradiate
irradiate (v)
give spiritual insight to; in religion
cast rays of light upon
expose to radiation
irradiate (v. t.)
To throw rays of light upon; to illuminate; to brighten; to adorn with luster.
To enlighten intellectually; to illuminate; as, to irradiate the mind.
To animate by heat or light.
To radiate, shed, or diffuse.
irradiate (v. i.)
To emit rays; to shine.
irradiate (a.)
Illuminated; irradiated.
irradiate Sentence Examples
- The strong rays from the sun irradiate the earth's surface, providing it with the energy it needs.
- The doctor used an irradiator to sterilize the surgical instruments.
- The researcher irradiates the sample with gamma rays to study its properties.
- The patient received radiation therapy to irradiate the cancerous cells in their body.
- The nuclear power plant uses a nuclear reactor to irradiate uranium and produce energy.
- The food is irradiated to kill any bacteria or microorganisms that may be present.
- The surface of the planet is irradiated by the intense radiation from the nearby star.
- The gemstone has a beautiful iridescence that is caused by the way it irradiates light.
- The scientist irradiates the plant with ultraviolet light to study its response to different wavelengths.
- The artist uses a special technique to irradiate his paintings with light, creating a unique and dynamic visual effect.
FAQs About the word irradiate
give spiritual insight to; in religion, cast rays of light upon, expose to radiationTo throw rays of light upon; to illuminate; to brighten; to adorn with luste
illumine, light, illuminate, beacon,brighten, beam, bathe, lighten, dazzle, floodlight
obscure, dull, blacken, cover, dim, dull, obfuscate, obscure,darken, obfuscate
The strong rays from the sun irradiate the earth's surface, providing it with the energy it needs.
The doctor used an irradiator to sterilize the surgical instruments.
The researcher irradiates the sample with gamma rays to study its properties.
The patient received radiation therapy to irradiate the cancerous cells in their body.
