brilliant
adjective · noun · verb
Simple meaning
Of surpassing excellence.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
brilyuhntSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ˈbɹɪljənt
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Definition
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adjective
Highly intelligent.
Of surpassing excellence; magnificent.
of a colour
Both bright and saturated.
Shining brightly.
of a voice or sound
Having a sharp, clear tone.
noun
A finely cut gemstone, especially a diamond, cut in a particular form with numerous facets so as to maximize light return through the top (called "table") of the stone.
A kind of cotton goods, figured on the weaving.
verb
transitive
To cut (a diamond) with many facets, to make it into a brilliant.
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