Resplendissant (en. Resplendent)

/ʁɛs.plɑ̃.di.sɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Radiating a strong and brilliant light.
The stars were resplendent in the night sky.
Les étoiles étaient resplendissantes dans le ciel nocturne.
Distinctive for its dazzling beauty.
Her dress was resplendent at the ceremony.
Sa robe était resplendissante lors de la cérémonie.
Exuding an impression of glory or magnificence.
The resplendent palace attracted all eyes.
Le palais resplendissant attirait tous les regards.

Etymology

From the verb 'resplendir' with the suffix '-issant' which indicates a continuous action or state.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Resplendent smile
A smile that radiates joy and happiness.
Sourire resplendissant
Resplendent light
A very bright and dazzling light.
Lumière resplendissante

Related Words

resplendir
To produce a bright and shining light.
resplendir
brilliance
The quality of a luminous phenomenon that shines intensely.
éclat
radiance
The effect of light or heat diffusion.
rayonnement

Slang Meanings

Something that is exceptionally beautiful or impressive.
Her look tonight is resplendent, she attracts all the attention.
Son look ce soir est resplendissant, elle attire tous les regards.
An event, a party that exceeds expectations.
The birthday party was resplendent, everyone had fun.
La fête d'anniversaire était resplendissante, tout le monde s'est amusé.