Irradiate

Pronunciation: /ɪˈreɪ.di.eɪt/

Definitions of irradiate

verb to expose to radiation or emit radiation

Example Sentences

A1 The sun irradiates light and heat.

A2 The doctor used a special machine to irradiate the tumor.

B1 The nuclear power plant irradiates the surrounding area with harmful radiation.

B2 The UV lamps in the tanning salon irradiate the skin to create a tan.

C1 The x-ray machine is used to irradiate specific areas for medical imaging purposes.

C2 Scientists are researching new ways to irradiate cancer cells without damaging healthy tissue.

Examples of irradiate in a Sentence

formal The medical device is used to irradiate cancer cells.

informal The sun can really irradiate your skin if you're not careful.

slang Don't stay out too long or you'll get irradiated by the sun.

figurative His smile seemed to irradiate the room with warmth and joy.

Grammatical Forms of irradiate

• past tense: irradiated
• plural: irradiates
• comparative: more irradiated
• superlative: most irradiated
• present tense: irradiate
• future tense: will irradiate
• perfect tense: has irradiated
• continuous tense: is irradiating
• singular: irradiate
• positive degree: irradiate
• infinitive: irradiate
• gerund: irradiating
• participle: irradiated

Origin and Evolution of irradiate

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'irradiate' originated from the Latin word 'irradiatus', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'in' or 'into' and the verb 'radiare' meaning 'to shine'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the 17th century to mean 'to shed light upon', the word 'irradiate' has evolved to also mean 'to illuminate with rays' or 'to make clear or bright'.