beaming

[bee-ming]

adjective

1. radiant; bright.

2. smiling brightly; cheerful.

Other Word Forms

• beamingly adverb
• unbeaming adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of beaming¹

First recorded in 1660–70; beam + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Fraser has an openness to his expression that’s like a flower unfolding, beaming in the sunlight of recognition and personal fulfillment.

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“I said, ‘You’re a musician,’” he recalls, Hudson beaming at him.

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He was styling and beaming with pride until he got spotted by some of our classmates.

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The two of them stood staring and beaming at each other.

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Penelope murmured humble thanks, but inside she was beaming—and increasingly curious.

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Related Words

• cheerful 
• genial 
• radiant 
• shining 
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