brilliant
Translation
brilliant, very clever, excellent, very bright
Examples
She has a brilliant mind.
She has a brilliant mind.
That was a brilliant idea!
That was a brilliant idea!
The diamond has a brilliant shine.
The diamond has a brilliant shine.
Grammar Patterns
a brilliant ((noun)) an excellent or very smart (person/thing) He is a brilliant scientist.
((sth.)) is brilliant (sth.) is excellent The performance was brilliant.
Similar Words
Synonyms: intelligent, excellent, bright; Antonyms: dull, stupid
Etymology
From French 'brillant' (shining), from Italian 'brillare' (to shine).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'brilliant' diamond, which is both bright and of excellent quality.