radioso

radiant

adjective rah-DYOH-zoh Rare

Origin: From Latin radiosus, from radius (ray of light).

Also means

bright

Usage Note

Radioso describes something or someone glowing with light or happiness: una giornata radiosa (a brilliant, sunny day), un sorriso radioso (a radiant smile). It follows the four-form pattern: radioso, radiosa, radiosi, radiose. It is more poetic than luminoso (bright/luminous) and strongly implies a warm, positive quality.

Examples

"Oggi è una giornata radiosa."

Natural Translation

Today is a radiant day.

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