Brilliant

/ˈbɹɪljənt/

Last Updated: January 2, 2026 at 12:30 PM

Scrabble:11 ptsWWF:15 pts9 letters

Definition of Brilliant

noun

A finely cut gemstone, especially a diamond, cut in a particular form with numerous facets so as to maximize light return through the top (called "table") of the stone.
The size of type between excelsior and diamond, standardized as 4-point.
Most hummingbird species of the genus Heliodoxa.
A kind of cotton goods, figured on the weaving.

adjective

Shining brightly.
"the brilliant lights along the promenade"
(of a colour) Both bright and saturated.
"butterflies with brilliant blue wings"
(of a voice or sound) Having a sharp, clear tone
Of surpassing excellence.
"The actor's performance in the play was simply brilliant."
Magnificent or wonderful.

Anagrams of Brilliant

Words You Can Make

50 words can be made from the letters in "brilliant":

6-LETTER WORDS

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5-LETTER WORDS

alibi bairn biali binal binit blain blini brail brain brant brill ilial libra libri litai+6 more

4-LETTER WORDS

abri airn airt alit anil anti aril bail bait ball bani barn bill bint birl+9 more

+1 Letter Anagrams

Words formed by adding one letter to "brilliant" and rearranging:

Related Word Patterns

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Synonyms & Antonyms

SYNONYMS

brainyingeniousexceptionalgloriousmagnificentmarvellousmarveloussplendidwonderfulglitteringshiningdistinctiveexcellentstrikingsuperb

Rhyming Words

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