Brilliant Definition & Meaning
brilliant
- adjective
- of surpassing excellence; "a brilliant performance"; "a superb actor"
- having or marked by unusual and impressive intelligence; "some men dislike brainy women"; "a brilliant mind"; "a brilliant solution to the problem"
- characterized by grandeur; "the brilliant court life at Versailles"; "a glorious work of art"; "magnificent cathedrals"; "the splendid coronation ceremony"
- having striking color; "bright dress"; "brilliant tapestries"; "a bird with vivid plumage"
- full of light; shining intensely; "a brilliant star"; "brilliant chandeliers"
- clear and sharp and ringing; "the bright sound of the trumpet section"; "the brilliant sound of the trumpets"
"Brilliant" in song lyrics
See how brilliant is used in real songs:
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"Illin when they realize it's revealin they brilliant"
Akir — Ride 2 It -
"the living, coloured, brilliant"
Aztlan Underground — War Flowers -
"My light is brilliant"
Jay Electronica — Exhibit C
Words that rhyme with brilliant
Usage tips for "brilliant"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "brilliant" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for brilliant to find words that pair well.