effulgent — shining forth brilliantly; radiant
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: shining forth brilliantly; radiant
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪˈfʌldʒənt/
Example Sentences
- Her effulgent personality lit up even the gloomiest Monday morning meeting.
- The diamond's effulgent sparkle made everyone forget how expensive it was.
- The effulgent chandelier was so bright that sunglasses became a dinner party necessity.
effulgent
ADJECTIVE[/ɪˈfʌldʒənt/]
shining forth brilliantly; radiant
The effulgent sunrise floods the mountain valley with brilliant golden light.
Effulgent light makes even detergent bubbles seem indulgent!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from Latin effulgent, formed from ex (out) + fulgere (to shine). The term originally denoted intense light shining forth or radiating outward, as if emanating from within.
Breakdown
ex- (out) + fulgere (to shine) + -ent (adjective suffix, indicating a state or quality). The word literally means 'shining forth' or 'radiant outward.'
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📝Examples
“Her effulgent personality lit up even the gloomiest Monday morning meeting.”
“The diamond's effulgent sparkle made everyone forget how expensive it was.”
“The effulgent chandelier was so bright that sunglasses became a dinner party necessity.”
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