Brillants (en. Brilliant)

/bʁijɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Refers to something that reflects light in a dazzling way.

Diamonds are brilliant stones.

Les diamants sont des pierres brillantes.

Refers to a person or an idea that stands out for its intelligence or talent.

She had a brilliant idea during the meeting.

Elle a eu une idée brillante lors de la réunion.

Refers to an event that is spectacular or impressive.

The party was a brilliant success.

La fête a été un succès brillant.

The word 'brilliant' comes from the Latin 'brillare', which means 'to shine'.

a brilliant flash

A manifestation of remarkable beauty or intelligence.

un éclat brillant

a bright future

A promising future full of success.

un brillant avenir

brilliant mind

A person of great intelligence.

brillant esprit

brilliance

Quality of being brilliant.

brillance

to shine

To emit light or stand out.

briller

brilliance

Intensity of light or sound.

éclat

An excellent result or performance.

He had a brilliant exam.

Il a eu un examen brillant.

Something very impressive or amazing.

Her presentation was truly brilliant.

Sa présentation était vraiment brillante.