brilliance

noun

bril·​liance ˈbril-yən(t)s How to pronounce brilliance (audio)
: the quality or state of being brilliant

Examples of brilliance in a Sentence

The professor was known for his brilliance. the brilliance of a diamond
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The brilliance of the formula is not just what it’s made with, but what it’s made without—there are no fillers, artificial additives, or preservatives. Brianna Peters, Vogue, 8 June 2025 That’s the point when individual brilliance is no longer enough. Philipp Lahm, New York Times, 6 June 2025 This dust will further enhance the brilliance of sunrises and sunsets across the region throughout the week. Jim Sergent, USA Today, 5 June 2025 But none of them have surprised me with their brilliance. Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for brilliance

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First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of brilliance was in 1748

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“Brilliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brilliance. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.

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brilliance

noun
bril·​liance ˈbril-yən(t)s How to pronounce brilliance (audio)
: the quality or state of being brilliant

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