refulgent

adjective

Definition of refulgentnext
as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light refulgent sunlight broke through the clouds, creating huge swaths of light in the valley below us

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refulgent
  1. luminous
  2. shining
  3. glowing
  4. dazzling
  5. bright
  6. radiant
  7. shiny
  8. brilliant
Adjective
  • The gentle-hearted Miriam’s (a luminous Bisserat Tseggai) heart-rending story about breaking away from a louse of a husband, having to leave her little girl behind to make a stab at a new life, cuts to the bone.
    Karen D'Souza, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
  • This 37 mm 18-karat white gold example with rare luminous roman numerals, was one of the last of the 5035 references to come off the production line.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2024
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • Before this iteration of Shelley's tale, the first modern version of the myth, there hadn't been a horror film that so graphically indulged in gore and violence, in bright and shining color photography no less.
    Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 30 Oct. 2024
  • We’re devastated by the loss of our beautiful, sweet, kind, bright and shining star.
    Sean Neumann, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • Also for gamers, my glowing review of the new Call Of Duty: Black Ops 6.
    Erik Kain, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Revitalize Your Skin With AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Serum Unveil a glowing complexion with the AXIS Y dark spot correcting glow serum.
    Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • When asked if superheroes have a negative impact on the comic book world, King made an incisive point that reflects her dazzling career.
    Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2024
  • These end-of-year parties are a chance to play around with seasonal colors and dazzling fabrics, which can then be worn during the holidays.
    Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 24 Oct. 2024
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • Of all my habits, the one most crucial for my survival has been my awareness that there is no diamond as bright as me.
    Essence, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Led by some of the brightest minds in fashion, the event will help attendees elevate their expertise and stay informed.
    SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • This buildable foundation creates a naturally radiant look, while enhancing your skin’s glow with each use.
    Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 1 Nov. 2024
  • As Rita, Ronan gives a quietly radiant performance.
    Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • The world will always offer you shiny rewards to chase.
    Akin Akinpelu, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • The death raised concerns about wild pitches and the risk of fresh, shiny baseballs slipping from pitchers’ hands.
    Evan Bush, NBC News, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of shiny
Adjective
  • In the two-minute offense, quarterback Baker Mayfield led a brilliant 71-yard touchdown drive, capped by a 1-yard scoring pass to Ryan Miller.
    Kevin Dotson, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Juve came close to equalising no fewer than four times, a brilliant save from Lucas Chevalier denied a Vlahovic volley after a Manuel Locatelli cross, while defender Aissa Mandi somehow blocked Kenan Yildiz’s effort at the back post on the resulting corner.
    Adam Digby, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of brilliant
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refulgence

refulgent

refund

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