refulgent

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for refulgent
Adjective
  • The northern lights are a luminous glow seen around the magnetic poles of the northern and southern hemispheres, according to the University of Alaska Fairbanks Geophysical Institute.
    Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025
  • The River Walk at night is always luminous, but this parade makes an evening on the river extra magical.
    Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Her next shining moment comes when two young sisters enter the hospital.
    Stephanie Sengwe, People.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • There were definitely moments that were less shining than others for me.
    Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 5 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Fine needles stimulate collagen and elastin for a glowing, even complexion, ideal for addressing hyperpigmentation before a trip.
    Rana Good, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • The townsfolk run for cover as the glowing red eyes and bone-chilling howls signal the return of the terrifying creature.
    Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 11 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Also strutting her stuff is the dazzling Jayme Lawson as Pearline, a local woman unleashed by the excitement of Club Juke.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The 76-minute episode is essentially a tight feature film, starring the dazzling ensemble of Cristin Milioti, Jesse Plemons, Jimmi Simpson, Michaela Coel, Billy Magnussen, and more.
    Proma Khosla, IndieWire, 9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Murillo remains one of the brightest defensive talents in Europe.
    Paul Taylor, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
  • The whites of shirts and balloons look bright, while skin tones appear natural.
    PC Magazine, PC Magazine, 14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • One of the trademarks of healthy skin is a radiant complexion—and the best sunscreens for glowing skin are game-changers for achieving luminosity while protecting your skin from dangerous UV rays.
    Annie Blackman, Allure, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Pair it with delicate drop earrings and radiant skin.
    Sarah Zendejas, Vogue, 6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • There’s the misery pit of a first New York apartment in the ’90s, when Manhattan felt less shiny and shut off by wealth.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 19 Apr. 2025
  • Unlike Spears, however, Lopez wore her shiny catsuit in a soft pink tone with mauve panels and a ruched belt, finishing off the look with a metallic silver clutch, pink plastic sunglasses, and a slick-back ponytail.
    Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 19 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • That warrants definite watching to see if yet another brilliant scheme by Kyle and Kamilla can take hold.
    Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
  • Joyner climbed the podium in a black pantsuit adorned with clusters of brilliant silver sequins and a marvelous tulle train.
    Keyaira Boone, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
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“Refulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refulgent. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.

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