brilliance (ˈbrɪljəns
) or brilliancy
Definitions
noun
- great brightness; radiance
- excellence or distinction in physical or mental ability; exceptional talent
- splendour; magnificence ⇒
the brilliance of the royal court
- physics a former term for luminance
Synonyms
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cleverness,
talent,
wisdom,
distinction,
genius,
excellence,
greatness,
aptitude,
inventiveness,
acuity,
giftedness,
braininess,
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brightness,
blaze,
intensity,
sparkle,
glitter,
dazzle,
gleam,
sheen,
lustre,
radiance,
luminosity,
vividness,
resplendence,
effulgence,
refulgence,
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splendour,
glamour,
grandeur,
magnificence,
éclat,
gorgeousness,
illustriousness,
pizzazz or pizazz
gilt,
Usage examples
He was intelligent and, despite his life of brilliance , there wasn't a shred of arrogance in the man.
, THE COMPANY OF STRANGERS (2002)The Morpho's brilliance is the result of the microscopic architecture of the scales that cover its wings.
New Scientist (1999)At the CBC, sturdiness and brilliance mellowed into judgment.
Globe and Mail (2003)Crusaders also piled on the pressure after the breakthrough Glendinning goal and were denied an equaliser by the brilliance of Addis.
Sun, News of the World (2000)In envy's insidious circle, we don't just resent the brilliance of others.
, Jealousy (1986)