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    Foudroyante (en. Lightning)

    /fu.dʁwa.jɑ̃t/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Having a striking effect.
    The stunning revelation shocked everyone.
    La foudroyante révélation a choqué tout le monde.
    Acting in an instantaneous and devastating manner.
    His dazzling intelligence impresses his colleagues.
    Sa foudroyante intelligence impressionne ses collègues.
    Referring to a sudden and destructive event.
    The storm caused a dazzling tempest.
    L'orage a causé une foudroyante tempête.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'foudroyer', from the Latin 'fulgur' meaning 'lightning'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    dazzling success
    A brilliant success, often unexpected.
    foudroyante réussite
    dazzling lightning
    A rapid and surprising event.
    éclair foudroyant
    dazzling pain
    An intense pain that occurs suddenly.
    foudroyante douleur

    Related Words

    to strike
    To strike violently or suddenly.
    foudroyer
    lightning
    To illuminate with a bright flash, usually associated with lightning.
    foudre
    to hit
    To cause a physical or emotional shock.
    frapper

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a decision or action taken quickly.
    His choice was stunning; it changed everything.
    Son choix a été foudroyant; il a tout changé.
    Used to describe a person or thing that is very impressive.
    This movie was a stunning performance.
    Ce film était d'une performance foudroyante.