bril´liant|ly

bril´liant|ly
bril|liant «BRIHL yuhnt», adjective, noun.
–adj.
1. shining brightly; sparkling: »

brilliant jewels, brilliant sunshine.

 SYNONYM(S): glittering, resplendent. See syn. under bright. (Cf. ↑bright)
2. Figurative. a) splendid; magnificent: »

The famous singer gave a brilliant performance.

b) having great ability: »

He is a brilliant musician.

SYNONYM(S): accomplished, talented. c) extremely favorable: »

brilliant prospects.

3. Music. clear and vivid in tone.
4. having a striking effect; showy.
–n.
1. a) a diamond or other gem cut to sparkle brightly. It is typically shaped like two pyramids united at their bases, the top one cut off near the base and the bottom one close to the apex, with many facets on the slopes. b) this form of cutting gems.
2. the smallest regular size of type; 3½ point.
╂[< French brilliant, present participle of briller shine < Italian brillare glitter, probably < Latin bēryllus beryl]
–bril´liant|ly, adverb.
–bril´liant|ness, noun.

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