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brilliance

1 antonym for brilliance — opposites grouped by meaning.

Noun — The quality of shining very brightly.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

The quality of shining very brightly.

“The brilliance of the chandelier lit up the whole hall.”

2. noun

Exceptional intelligence or skill.

“The scientist's brilliance was recognized with a Nobel Prize.”

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How to use brilliance

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

sheer brilliance a moment of brilliance

Etymology

From brilliant plus the suffix -ance.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “brilliance” mean?
The word “brilliance” means the quality of shining very brightly. In plain terms, dazzling brightness, or outstanding cleverness and skill.
How do you pronounce “brilliance”?
“Brilliance” is pronounced BRIHL-yuhns (/ˈbɹɪljən(t)s/ in IPA).
How do you use “brilliance” in a sentence?
Here is “brilliance” used in a sentence: “The brilliance of the chandelier lit up the whole hall.”
What part of speech is “brilliance”?
“Brilliance” is a noun.
Is “brilliance” a common word?
“Brilliance” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “brilliance” have?
“Brilliance” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of shining very brightly.

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