brilliance

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted
  2. noun the quality of being magnificent or splendid or grand
  3. noun unusual mental ability

Etymology

From brilliant + -ance. Compare French brillance.

In classic literature

Synonyms

glare, blaze

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