NYT Dictionary

BEAMING

/ˈbiːmɪŋ/
AdjectiveVerbNounBEAM-ingbeam-ing · 2 syllablesGrade 9

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2026

Meaning

Smilingly happy; showing happy emotion.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

beamshineairsendbroadcasttransmitglowradiategladbeamy

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 1 recorded puzzle, including a pangram:

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