Synonyms

emanating

American

[em-uh-ney-ting] / ˈɛm əˌneɪ tɪŋ /

adjective

sent, proceeding, or flowing from or as if from a source (sometimes used in combination).

Approvals for the purchase of radioactive materials and radiation-emanating equipment must be received in advance.
The photographer’s currently running solo exhibition revolves around the emanating mystery of exotic spaces.

Other Word Forms

nonemanating

adjective

Etymology

Origin of emanating

emanat(e) ( def. ) + -ing ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Emanating from these cracks are plumes containing gas and ice grains.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2024

Emanating from 660 red laser-beam modules, the ever-changing 19-minute piece draws cat’s-cradle-like patterns in space — actually on rotating, half-transparent mirrors — in the high-ceilinged main room.

From Washington Post • Feb. 17, 2023

Emanating from its doors late at night was music fit for the waltz, fox trot, tango and more.

From New York Times • Jan. 22, 2023

Emanating from the piece is a soulful mix of Armenian songs.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 16, 2020

Emanating from the will of God, and resting upon the nature of the creature, it would seem that the Eternal Law must be irresistible.

From Moral Philosophy by Rickaby, Joseph , S. J.

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