emit (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪˈmɪt/

Definition

To send out or give off (a substance, force, energy, or sound).

Examples

• The factory was accused of emitting toxic fumes.

• The device emits a high-frequency sound that only dogs can hear.

• The sun emits light and heat.

How to Use emit

emit from (prepositional phrase)

To send out or give off from a particular source. — "Smoke was emitted from the chimney."

emit into (prepositional phrase)

To send out or give off into a particular space or environment. — "The plant emits oxygen into the atmosphere."

Synonyms of emit

Words with a similar meaning to emit:

• give off
• release
• radiate
• exude

Antonyms of emit

Words with the opposite meaning to emit:

• absorb
• receive
• contain

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