emanate

verb

ˈe-mə-ˌnāt How to pronounce emanate (audio)
Definition of emanatenext
as in to radiate
to throw or give off honeysuckle emanating such a sweet scent

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How does the verb emanate differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of emanate are arise, derive, flow, issue, originate, proceed, rise, spring, and stem. While all these words mean "to come up or out of something into existence," emanate applies to the coming of something immaterial (such as a thought) from a source.

reports emanating from the capital

How do arise and rise relate to one another, in the sense of emanate?

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

When would derive be a good substitute for emanate?

In some situations, the words derive and emanate are roughly equivalent. However, derive implies a prior existence in another form.

the holiday derives from an ancient Roman feast

How are the words flow and spring related as synonyms of emanate?

Flow adds to spring a suggestion of abundance or ease of inception.

words flowed easily from her pen

When is it sensible to use issue instead of emanate?

While the synonyms issue and emanate are close in meaning, issue suggests emerging from confinement through an outlet.

blood issued from the cut

In what contexts can originate take the place of emanate?

The meanings of originate and emanate largely overlap; however, originate implies a definite source or starting point.

the fire originated in the basement

When could proceed be used to replace emanate?

While in some cases nearly identical to emanate, proceed stresses place of origin, derivation, parentage, or logical cause.

advice that proceeds from the best of intentions

When might spring be a better fit than emanate?

The words spring and emanate are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, spring implies rapid or sudden emerging.

an idea that springs to mind

Where would stem be a reasonable alternative to emanate?

Although the words stem and emanate have much in common, stem implies originating by dividing or branching off from something as an outgrowth or subordinate development.

industries stemming from space research

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Recent Examples of emanate For Anjali Singh, a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Texas, Austin who wasn’t involved in the study, this moving away from creative tasks, and offloading them on to Gen AI instead, is one of the major concerns emanating from this paper. —Sean Mowbray, Discover Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025 Even worse is the bull market in uncertainty emanating from Washington. —William Pesek, Forbes.com, 27 Mar. 2025 These outdoor globe lights emanate a warm, ambient glow that can put a functional and fashionable touch on any patio. —Clara McMahon, People.com, 25 Mar. 2025 The buzzword emanated from a baritone voice possessing a mild Southern drawl. —Joey Knight, Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for emanate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emanate
  1. radiate
  2. emit
  3. cast
Verb
  • Today, most of Micanopy’s activity radiates from Cholokka Boulevard.
    — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 15 Apr. 2025
  • Even outside of the event season, Pismo radiates that classic California charm with wide-open beaches, fresh seafood, and a town that greets everyone with a smile.
    — Pismo Beach Conference and Visitor Bureau, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2025
Definition of radiate
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  • It’s funded by businesses buying permits to emit greenhouse gases and is horrendously complex.
    — George Skelton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Mar. 2025
  • The great benefit of hydrogen is that it can be used to generate electricity and heat without emitting carbon dioxide.
    — Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of emit
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  • In Grand Junction, the new regime cast a fresh eye on the rare fish.
    — Luke Cyphers, Sportico.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The eight-episode project also has been quietly casting, with relative newcomer Summer H. Howell (Hunter Hunter) in negotiations for the title character, Carrie White, and Siena Agudong (Resident Evil) set as her nemesis, Sue Snell.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
Definition of cast

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