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noun 
  1. 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)
Translations: 
  • Dutch: briljant
  • German: Brillant
  • Italian: brillante
adjective 
  1. shining brightly
the brilliant lights along the promenade
  1. (context, of a colour) both light and saturated
butterflies with brilliant blue wings
  1. (context, of a voice or sound) having a sharp, clear tone
  2. of surpassing excellence (primarily UK usage)
The actor's performance in the play was simply brilliant.
  1. magnificent or wonderful (primarily UK usage)
  2. highly intelligent
She is a brilliant scientist.
Translations: 
  • Dutch: briljant, geniaal
  • French: brillant , brillante
  • German: genial, brillant
  • Italian: brillante and

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