Refulgent
What it means
Shining with brilliant light or splendid radiance.
Reach for it when using elevated language for an intensely luminous appearance
The refulgent dome caught the last sunlight above the city.
Words to choose between 6
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everyday
Fits when exceptional brightness is direct
Careful Brilliant can mean intelligent.
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everyday
Fits when a clean bright surface catches light
Careful Gleaming is less intense.
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warm
Fits when brightness also suggests joy or health
Careful Radiant is less ornate.
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formal
Fits when emitted or reflected light is central
Careful Luminous may be soft.
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literary
Fits when rare ornate radiance is desired
Careful Effulgent is equally unfamiliar.
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literary
Fits when splendid appearance is the whole impression
Careful Resplendent includes richness beyond light.
Opposites 3
- dim
- dull
- shadowed
Common phrases 3
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refulgent light
Refulgent light streamed through the restored glass.
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refulgent gold
Refulgent gold brightened the icon's background.
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refulgent sky
A refulgent sky followed the storm.
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