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noun
- a finely cut gemstone, especially a diamond, having many facets
- 1891: "And the ring?" I asked, glancing at a remarkable which sparkled upon his finger. " Arthur Conan Doyle, "A Case Of Identity" (Norton 2005 p.76)
adjective
- shining brightly
- the brilliant lights along the promenade
- (context, of a colour) both light and saturated
- butterflies with brilliant blue wings
- (context, of a voice or sound) having a sharp, clear tone
- of surpassing excellence (primarily UK usage)
- The actor's performance in the play was simply brilliant.
- magnificent or wonderful (primarily UK usage)
- highly intelligent
- She is a brilliant scientist.
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