brilliant

🇬🇧 UK/'briljәnt/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 3kIELTSA2

Definitions

adj.

Shining very brightly; exceptionally clever or talented; outstanding in quality.

光辉灿烂的;才华横溢的;出色的

n.

A finely cut gemstone, especially a diamond, with many facets to maximize sparkle.

多面形宝石(尤指钻石)

🧩 Root Breakdown

Loanword
brilliother
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antperforming, being in a state
=brilliant

Common Collocations

  • 1.brilliant idea绝妙的想法
  • 2.brilliant scientist聪慧的科学家

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The brilliant colors of the sunset were breathtaking.

  • 2.

    He's a brilliant mathematician who solved the equation.

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