brilliant (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈbrɪl.jənt/

Definition

Extremely intelligent or skillful.

Examples

• She has a brilliant mind and is expected to excel in her studies.

• His brilliant strategy won the game.

• The scientist made a brilliant discovery that could change medicine.

How to Use brilliant

brilliant at (prepositional phrase)

Having great skill or talent in a particular area. — "He is brilliant at playing the piano."

brilliant of someone (prepositional phrase)

Used to describe someone's kind or clever action. — "It was brilliant of you to help me move."

Synonyms of brilliant

Words with a similar meaning to brilliant:

• smart
• clever
• intelligent
• gifted
• genius

Antonyms of brilliant

Words with the opposite meaning to brilliant:

• dull
• stupid
• mediocre

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