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emanate

verb
em·​a·​nate | \ ˈe-mə-ˌnāt How to pronounce emanate (audio) \
emanated; emanating

Definition of emanate

intransitive verb

: to come out from a source a sweet scent emanating from the blossoms

transitive verb

: emit she seems to emanate an air of serenity
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spring, arise, rise, originate, derive, flow, issue, emanate, proceed, stem mean to come up or out of something into existence. spring implies rapid or sudden emerging. an idea that springs to mind arise and rise may both convey the fact of coming into existence or notice but rise often stresses gradual growth or ascent. new questions have arisen slowly rose to prominence originate implies a definite source or starting point. the fire originated in the basement derive implies a prior existence in another form. the holiday derives from an ancient Roman feast flow adds to spring a suggestion of abundance or ease of inception. words flowed easily from her pen issue suggests emerging from confinement through an outlet. blood issued from the cut emanate applies to the coming of something immaterial (such as a thought) from a source. reports emanating from the capital proceed stresses place of origin, derivation, parentage, or logical cause. advice that proceeds from the best of intentions stem implies originating by dividing or branching off from something as an outgrowth or subordinate development. industries stemming from space research

Examples of emanate in a Sentence

Good smells emanated from the kitchen. Constant criticism has emanated from her opponents. Happiness seems to emanate from her. She seems to emanate happiness.
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Recent Examples on the Web

 To see distant planets near bright stars, astronomers use telescopes to capture infrared light that emanates from the space objects. — Author: Caleb Jones, Anchorage Daily News, "Hawaii or Spain? Telescope experts say it may not matter," 26 Aug. 2019 To see distant planets near bright stars, astronomers use telescopes to capture infrared light that emanates from the space objects. — CBS News, "Hawaii or Spain? Why experts say location might not matter for world's largest telescope," 25 Aug. 2019 The heat that emanates from the four-hundred-degree furnace is overwhelming. — Sheelah Kolhatkar, The New Yorker, "“American Factory,” a New Netflix Film from the Obamas, Explores the Challenges of a Globalized Economy," 19 Aug. 2019 That guest was Nicholas Payton, who -- like Cullum -- helped preserve the spirited tradition of hot jazz that emanated from New Orleans throughout the South. — Andrew Dansby, Houston Chronicle, "Jim Cullum: A short appreciation," 15 Aug. 2019 The rocket never left the ground; it was engulfed in a large cloud of smoke and flames that emanated from the top of the vehicle. — Daniel Oberhaus, WIRED, "SpaceX Just Unleashed Its Starship Rocket for the First Time," 26 July 2019 Israel’s military noted Islamic Jihad’s role in the launching of nearly 700 rockets and mortars this weekend, in contrast to its customary practice of holding Hamas solely responsible for violence emanating from the enclave. — Dov Lieber, WSJ, "Israel Blames Islamic Jihad for Spoiling Gaza Truce Talks," 6 May 2019 According to classmates, the 20-year-old journalism student emanated an infectious warmth and could make strangers feel like family. — Hanna Krueger, BostonGlobe.com, "Slain BU student Erin Edwards remembered for her commitment to social justice, journalism, and music," 23 Aug. 2019 The scorn doesn’t always emanate from the student section. — Ross Dellenger, SI.com, "Behind the Scenes as SEC Refs Get a Unique Primer at Georgia Camp," 22 Aug. 2019

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First Known Use of emanate

1756, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

History and Etymology for emanate

Latin emanatus, past participle of emanare, from e- + manare to flow

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More Definitions for emanate

emanate

verb
How to pronounce emanate (audio)

English Language Learners Definition of emanate

: to come out from a source
: to send (something) out : to give out (something)

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emanate

verb
em·​a·​nate | \ ˈe-mə-ˌnāt How to pronounce emanate (audio) \
emanated; emanating

Kids Definition of emanate

1 : to come out from a source Heat emanated from the fire.
2 : to give off or out The teacher's face emanated kindness.

emanate

verb
em·​a·​nate | \ ˈem-ə-ˌnāt How to pronounce emanate (audio) \
emanated; emanating

Medical Definition of emanate

intransitive verb

: to come out from a source

transitive verb

: to give out or emit

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