Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

exude

verb
/ɪɡˈzjuːd/
Definition
To give off or emit a substance, particularly in a slow or steady way.
Examples
  • The flowers exude a sweet fragrance that attracts bees.
  • During the hot weather, the trees exude sap from their trunks.
  • The author exudes confidence through her compelling writing style.
Meaning
Exude means to release or let out a liquid or smell gradually. It often describes how certain materials or living things emit a substance.
Synonyms
  • emit
  • release
  • ooze
  • radiate
  • discharge