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IRRADIATE

(verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Irradiate.

How to pronounce irradiate:

UK

Irradiate - as a verb

Give spiritual insight to; in religion

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enlighten13

Cast rays of light upon

Expose to radiation

Example: "Irradiate food"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ray6
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
process11treat5
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Irradiate - as an adjective

Illuminated; irradiated; made brilliant or splendid.

Example Sentences

"The sun's rays can irradiate the skin and cause sunburn."
"The doctor used a machine to irradiate the tumor."
"Food can be irradiated to kill bacteria and increase shelf life."
"The nuclear power plant is designed to safely irradiate uranium."
"The X-ray machine is used to irradiate patients for diagnostic purposes."
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Word Game Points

Is IRRADIATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, irradiate is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

IRRADIATE has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is IRRADIATE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, irradiate is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
IRRADIATE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is IRRADIATE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, irradiate is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
IRRADIATE has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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