Early 17th century; earliest use found in Euerie Woman in her Humor. From classical Latin rīdent-, rīdēns, present participle of rīdēre to laugh, of uncertain origin.
Definition of rident in US English:
rident
adjectiveˈrʌɪd(ə)nt
rare
Radiantly cheerful.
Origin
Early 17th century; earliest use found in Euerie Woman in her Humor. From classical Latin rīdent-, rīdēns, present participle of rīdēre to laugh, of uncertain origin.