"beamed" in the verb sense

1. beam

smile radiantly express joy through one's facial expression

2. shine, beam

emit light be bright, as of the sun or a light

"The sun shone bright that day"

"The fire beamed on their faces"

3. beam

express with a beaming face or smile

"he beamed his approval"

4. air, send, broadcast, beam, transmit

broadcast over the airwaves, as in radio or television

"We cannot air this X-rated song"

5. glow, beam, radiate, shine

have a complexion with a strong bright color, such as red or pink

"Her face glowed when she came out of the sauna"

6. glow, beam, radiate, shine

experience a feeling of well-being or happiness, as from good health or an intense emotion

"She was beaming with joy"

"Her face radiated with happiness"

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