CEFR C1

effulgence

noun

Meaning

A bright, radiant light or glow.

Examples

The effulgence of the sun was blinding.
She was struck by the effulgence of her smile.

Synonyms: glow, radiance, brilliance, lustre

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effulgence (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪˈfʌldʒəns/

Definition

A bright, radiant light or glow.

Examples

The effulgence of the sun was blinding.
She was struck by the effulgence of her smile.
The ancient artifact seemed to emit a soft effulgence.

Synonyms of effulgence

Words with a similar meaning to effulgence:

glow
radiance
brilliance
lustre

Antonyms of effulgence

Words with the opposite meaning to effulgence:

darkness
gloom
dimness

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