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
  • Brighten Skin Tone Collagen face masks brighten skin tone by helping to fade dark spots, hyperpigmentation, and discoloration, resulting in a more even and luminous complexion.
    — Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 21 Mar. 2025
  • The unusually large, luminous distant galaxy, called JADES-GS-z14-0, was initially detected in January 2024 using the James Webb Space Telescope, which observes the universe in infrared light that’s invisible to the human eye.
    — Ashley Strickland, CNN, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • The real shining gem of Pokémon's eighth generation was Legends: Arceus.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
  • Sure, the Currys should get another stab at it on Monday, when the Warriors make their annual trek to Charlotte and Steph Curry’s yearly shining moment in uptown takes place.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 Feb. 2025
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • In his gorgeous first book penned by his partner Tim Johnson with a glowing foreword by Martha Stewart, readers get to revel in the thoughtful beauty of Fernando’s gardens.
    — Blue Carreon, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
  • That’s quite a glowing endorsement of Kansas City as the host for the Big 12 men’s and women’s tournaments.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • There’s also choreographer Mandy Moore, who is responsible for the dazzling dance numbers.
    — Pete Hammond, Deadline, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Shower Door One of the most dazzling superpowers of using toothpaste as a cleaner can be seen in a gleaming shower door.
    — Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott, Southern Living, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • Numerous expansive windows let in natural light so the interior living space is bright.
    — David Caraccio, Sacramento Bee, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Artificial lights stay bright 24 hours a day, and CCTV cameras and armed guards monitor each cell.
    — Josh Meyer, USA TODAY, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • The ingredient is packed with antioxidants to protect the delicate skin around the eyes; in Chanel’s radiant formula, it’s cocktailed with cedar extract to brighten dark circles.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 22 Mar. 2025
  • The custom engagement ring is a 2 carat, elongated radiant natural diamond on a 14-karat yellow gold band Gary Striewski is gearing up to walk down the aisle!
    — Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • Navigating New Financial Technologies Beware the temptation to chase the shiniest new technology.
    — Arleo Dordar, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • On the surface, these fatty acids lubricate the hair shaft for a fuller and shinier appearance.2 Oleic and linoleic acids also penetrate the hair axis (the hair strand's core) and root.
    — Carley Millhone, Health, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of shiny
Adjective
  • There’s even a $90 discount on this 50-inch Insignia Fire TV that provides access to millions of movies and television episodes in brilliant 4K quality.
    — Clara McMahon, People.com, 18 Mar. 2025
  • The actor also has various business ventures, including being a founder and brewer at All-Wise Meadery and co-founder of the high-protein yogurt-like product Thor’s Skyr, along with Terry Crews. 02 of 08 Cole Sprouse (Cody) Cole Sprouse plays Zack’s brilliant twin brother Cody.
    — Skyler Trepel, EW.com, 18 Mar. 2025
Definition of brilliant
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“Refulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refulgent. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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