Brillante (en. Brilliant)

/briˈjante/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has intense shine.
The diamond is a brilliant mineral.
El diamante es un mineral brillante.
That is very intelligent or outstanding.
He is a brilliant student in mathematics.
Es un estudiante brillante en matemáticas.
That is presented in a spectacular or outstanding way.
The performance was brilliant and received loud applause.
La actuación fue brillante y recibió grandes aplausos.

Etymology

From Latin 'brillans', participle of 'brillare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

brilliant as the sun
used to describe something that shines intensely.
brillante como el sol
brilliant idea
an idea that is exceptionally good or smart.
idea brillante

Related Words

shine
Intense reflection of light.
brillo
illustrate
To make bright or famous.
ilustrar
flash
Quick and sudden light.
destello

Slang Meanings

Something that impresses or stands out notably.
That party was brilliant, I didn't stop dancing.
Esa fiesta fue brillante, no paré de bailar.
Someone very talented or intelligent.
That musician is brilliant, he plays several instruments.
Ese músico es brillante, toca varios instrumentos.