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    Luisant (en. Shiny)

    /lɥi.zɑ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Producing a soft and attractive light.
    The surface of the water was shining under the sun.
    La surface de l'eau était luisante sous le soleil.
    Refers to something that is dazzling or bright.
    The shining stars lit up the night sky.
    Les étoiles luisantes illuminaient le ciel nocturne.
    A term used to describe skin that is radiant with health.
    Her glowing skin revealed her well-being.
    Sa peau luisante révélait son bien-être.

    Etymology

    From the Latin verb 'luere', meaning 'to shine'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a shining gaze
    a gaze that seems to shine with a mysterious glow.
    un regard luisant
    shiny as a mirror
    extremely bright, reflecting light.
    luisant comme un miroir

    Related Words

    luire
    to produce light, to shine.
    luire
    lueur
    a faint or diffuse brightness.
    lueur

    Slang Meanings

    Cool or impressive
    This new smartphone is really shiny!
    Ce nouveau smartphone est vraiment luisant !
    Dazzling or flashy
    She always looks so shiny in her colorful outfits.
    Elle est toujours aussi luisante dans ses costumes colorés.