exude
Americanverb (used without object)
verb (used with object)
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to send out, as sweat; emit through pores or small openings.
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to project or display conspicuously or abundantly; radiate.
to exude cheerfulness.
verb
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to release or be released through pores, incisions, etc, as sweat from the body or sap from trees
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(tr) to make apparent by mood or behaviour
he exuded confidence
Other Word Forms
- nonexuding adjective
- unexuded adjective
Etymology
Origin of exude
First recorded in 1565–75; from Latin ex(s)ūdāre “to sweat out,” from ex- ex- 1 + sūdāre “to sweat” ( sweat )
Example Sentences
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Renderings of the project shared exclusively with Realtor.com reveal that the properties exude elegance and feature state-of-the-art appliances and modern finishes.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026
On some level, it seems they were trolling Stephen Miller, who by conventional standards does not exactly exude sexual magnetism.
From Salon • Dec. 31, 2025
The U.K. government needed to deliver a zero-drama budget Wednesday, and exude enough political and economic credibility to fend off pressure from the voters and the bond market.
From Barron's • Nov. 26, 2025
"When you see her at industry events, she is her TV persona. She's the best friend you'd love to have. She's fun, empathetic, understanding, sharp, and those qualities exude from the screen."
From BBC • Nov. 8, 2025
Some people exude their futures, good or bad.
From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck
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