brilliance

/ˈbrɪljəns/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality of being very clever or skillful, or the quality of being extremely bright or radiant

“Her brilliance in mathematics earned her a spot at the prestigious university.”

2. noun

a brilliant or impressive quality, especially in art or literature

“The film’s brilliance in storytelling captured the hearts of audiences worldwide.”

3. noun

a very bright or shining light

“The star’s brilliance illuminated the dark sky.”

4. noun

a state of being highly successful or achieving great things

“After years of hard work, she achieved brilliance in her career as a businesswoman.”

5. verb

to make something seem brilliant or impressive

“The artist’s skillful use of color brilliance made the painting truly unforgettable.”

6. verb

to shine or glow brightly

“The fireworks brilliance lit up the night sky.”

Synonyms

  • excellence
  • genius

Antonyms

  • dullness
  • mediocrity