Synonyms for Brilliant
Definition of 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"
14 synonyms found
Writing tips for "brilliant"
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"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