General
pure dead brilliant
What does pure dead brilliant mean?
A very strong expression of approval; extremely good.
"The concert was pure dead brilliant."
Origin
Scots (Glasgow) intensifier stacking 'pure' + 'dead' + 'brilliant'.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'pure dead brilliant' mean?
It means absolutely excellent or fantastic — a very strong expression of approval.
How do you use 'pure dead brilliant'?
You'd use it to praise something enthusiastically, as in 'The concert was pure dead brilliant'.
Where does 'pure dead brilliant' come from?
It's classic Glaswegian Scots, stacking the intensifiers 'pure' and 'dead' onto 'brilliant' for maximum emphasis.
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