Brilliant

/ˈbrɪl.jənt/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Exceptionally clever or talented.

She came up with a brilliant idea that impressed everyone.

Very bright or radiant.

The sun was shining brilliantly on the water.

Excellent or outstanding.

The performance was so brilliant that it received a standing ovation.

Having great brightness, especially in color.

The artist used brilliant colors to bring the painting to life.

From Old French 'brillant', which means 'shining', from 'briller', meaning 'to shine'.

brilliant idea

A very good or clever thought.

brilliantly executed

Done in an exceptionally skillful or effective manner.

brilliant mind

A person with exceptional intelligence or creativity.

luminary

A person who inspires or influences others, especially in a particular field.

genius

A person with exceptional intellectual or creative power or other natural ability.

radiance

Light or heat as emitted or reflected by something.

Awesome or fantastic.

That concert was absolutely brilliant!

Very clever or impressive.

Your idea is brilliant; I love it!