brilliance
/ˈbrɪlj(ə)ns
/(also brilliancy /ˈbrɪljənsi/)
noun [mass noun]
1Intense brightness of light: the nights were dark, lit only by the brilliance of Aegean stars...
- The blue light flashed its brilliance once more, and the library faded back in existence around them.
- Every now and then, there emerges a star, which, by its sheer brilliance, throws light far from where it originated.
- The forest let light in with such brilliance and beauty it was breathtaking.
1.1Vividness of colour: lapis lazuli was highly regarded for the brilliance of its colour...
- I tried to scan some of the slides and they lost quite a bit of their stunning colours and brilliancy.
- The colours which give brilliancy to the sketch are part of the charm.
- Henry's natural inspiration partially comes from the excitement, brilliance and magnificence from the art world.
2Exceptional talent or intelligence: he’s played the stock market with great brilliance...
- We exalt effortless brilliance, we celebrate talent and the achievement that comes easily, naturally.
- But then his intellectual brilliance is matched by his enigmatic personality - you can't be sure what he's really up to.
- The authority, stamina, cool brilliance, and power of Nilsson's singing are evident throughout these two discs.
Synonyms
genius, prowess, mastery, skill, talent, ability, artistry, expertise, adeptness, aptitude, skilfulness, virtuosity, flair, finesse, panache, deftness, excellence, power, greatness, distinction;
intelligence, cleverness, wisdom, sagacity, intellect, wit