Brilliance: meaning, definitions and examples
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brilliance
[ หbrษชljษns ]
intelligence
The quality of being very intelligent or clever. Brilliance is often associated with exceptional mental abilities and creativity.
Synonyms
cleverness, genius, intelligence
Examples of usage
- She was known for her brilliance in solving complex problems.
- His brilliance in mathematics earned him a scholarship to a top university.
light
Exceptional brightness or radiance, shining with intense light. Brilliance can also refer to the vividness or brightness of colors.
Synonyms
brightness, luminosity, radiance
Examples of usage
- The brilliance of the diamond was dazzling.
- The colors of the sunset displayed incredible brilliance.
Translations
Translations of the word "brilliance" in other languages:
๐ต๐น brilho
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฎเค
๐ฉ๐ช Glanz
๐ฎ๐ฉ kilau
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑะปะธัะบ
๐ต๐ฑ blask
๐ฏ๐ต ่ผใ (kagayaki)
๐ซ๐ท รฉclat
๐ช๐ธ brillo
๐น๐ท parlaklฤฑk
๐ฐ๐ท ๋น๋จ (bitnam)
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชุฃูู (ta'aluq)
๐จ๐ฟ lesk
๐ธ๐ฐ lesk
๐จ๐ณ ่พ็ (huฤซhuรกng)
๐ธ๐ฎ sijaj
๐ฎ๐ธ ljรณmi
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะถะฐัาััะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แฌแงแแแแแแแแ (brtskinvaleeba)
๐ฆ๐ฟ parฤฑltฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ brillo
Etymology
The word 'brilliance' originated from the Latin word 'brilliantia', which means 'shining' or 'sparkling'. It has been used in English since the late 17th century to describe both intellectual sharpness and physical brightness. Over time, 'brilliance' has become associated with exceptional talent, intelligence, and luminosity, symbolizing excellence in various fields.
See also: brilliantly.
Word Frequency Rank
At position #13,995, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.
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- 13992 surpass
- 13993 rein
- 13994 perishable
- 13995 brilliance
- 13996 manipulating
- 13997 girdle
- 13998 mutilated
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