adj
refulgent
Refulgent (adj) means shining very brightly, in a splendid way.
adj
1
Shining very brightly, in a splendid way.
2
Seeming to give off light or warmth.
"She had a refulgent smile."
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Etymology
Comes from Latin refulgentem, the accusative singular of refulgēns, the present active participle of refulgeō, itself from re- ("back") and fulgeō ("shine"). By surface analysis, it is also re- + Latin fulg(ere) + -ent.
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What is the meaning of refulgent?
"refulgent" (adj) means shining very brightly, in a splendid way.
What is another word for refulgent?
Other words for "refulgent" include effulgent, beaming, radiant, beamy.
What is the opposite of refulgent?
The opposite of "refulgent" is dark.
What are the different meanings of refulgent?
"refulgent" has 2 main meanings: 1. Shining very brightly, in a splendid way; 2. Seeming to give off light or warmth.