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Meaning of brilliancy
The quality of being brilliant, impressive, or striking
Etymology of brilliancy
The word "brilliancy" originates from the mid-17th century, derived from the noun "brilliance," which is itself from the French "brillance," and ultimately from the Latin "beryllus," meaning beryl, a mineral known for its brightness
Historically, the term has been used to describe not just physical light but also intellectual or artistic brilliance
Synonyms
brilliance
splendor
magnificence
resplendence
grandeur
glory
radiance
luminosity
brightness
light
glow
shine
sparkle
glitter
dazzle
impressiveness
spectacularity
sensationalness
astonishingness
astoundingness
remarkableness
extraordinariness
exceptionalness
outstandingness
conspicuousness
noticeableness
elegance
luxury
opulence
sumptuousness
extravagance
Definitions
- The quality of being bright and impressive, or a highly skillful or impressive performance
- * A state of being full of light, either physically or metaphorically
Usage Examples
- The firework display ended with a final burst of brilliancy, lighting up the night sky
- * Her brilliancy on the piano was evident as she performed the complex concerto with ease
Antonyms
dullness
dimness
faintness
weakness
obscurity
unremarkability
ordinariness
mediocrity
lackluster
uninspiring
unimpressive
mundane
dull
bland
uninteresting
mediocre
commonplace
banal
triteness
tedium
monotony
dreariness