B2 noun Neutre

brilliantly

/ˈbrɪl.jənt.li/

To perform an action in an extremely clever, talented, or impressive manner. It can also describe something that reflects light with great intensity or is characterized by vivid color.

Exemples

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1

She played the piano brilliantly at the local recital yesterday.

She played the piano very skillfully at the concert.

2

The candidate articulated her vision brilliantly during the formal debate.

The candidate explained her vision excellently during the discussion.

3

That move you made in the video game was brilliantly executed!

That move you made in the game was very cleverly done!

Famille de mots

Nom
brilliance
Adverbe
brilliantly
Adjectif
brilliant
Apparenté
brilliancy
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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'brilliant' diamond; it reflects light in an amazing way. When you do something 'brilliantly', your talent reflects onto others like light from a diamond.

Quiz rapide

The scientist explained the complicated data so ______ that even the students understood it immediately.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : brilliantly

Exemples

1

She played the piano brilliantly at the local recital yesterday.

everyday

She played the piano very skillfully at the concert.

2

The candidate articulated her vision brilliantly during the formal debate.

formal

The candidate explained her vision excellently during the discussion.

3

That move you made in the video game was brilliantly executed!

informal

That move you made in the game was very cleverly done!

4

The researcher brilliantly synthesized several complex theories into a single framework.

academic

The researcher expertly combined several complex theories into one structure.

5

The marketing team brilliantly identified a gap in the competitive market.

business

The team very smartly found a hole in the market competition.

Famille de mots

Nom
brilliance
Adverbe
brilliantly
Adjectif
brilliant
Apparenté
brilliancy

Collocations courantes

brilliantly clear extremely easy to see or understand
perform brilliantly to do a task with high skill
brilliantly designed created with great intelligence or style
shine brilliantly to give off a very bright light
succeed brilliantly to achieve a very high level of success

Phrases Courantes

brilliantly simple

something that is clever because it is not complex

a brilliantly lit room

a room with very bright lighting

brilliantly colored

having very bright and vivid colors

Souvent confondu avec

brilliantly vs brightly

'Brightly' usually refers to physical light, while 'brilliantly' more often refers to high intelligence or exceptional skill.

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Notes d'usage

Use this adverb to add emphasis when someone does something that is not just good, but outstandingly clever or skillful. In academic contexts, it is often used to praise a well-constructed argument or a unique solution.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use the adjective 'brilliant' where the adverb 'brilliantly' is required, such as saying 'He argued brilliant' instead of 'He argued brilliantly'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of a 'brilliant' diamond; it reflects light in an amazing way. When you do something 'brilliantly', your talent reflects onto others like light from a diamond.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the French 'briller' (to shine), which comes from the Vulgar Latin 'berillus', referring to a precious beryl stone.

Modèles grammaticaux

Modifies a verb: 'He spoke brilliantly.' Modifies an adjective: 'The plan was brilliantly simple.' Modifies a past participle: 'The book was brilliantly written.'
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Contexte culturel

In British English, 'brilliant' and 'brilliantly' are used very frequently as general terms of high approval, often where Americans might say 'awesome' or 'great'.

Quiz rapide

The scientist explained the complicated data so ______ that even the students understood it immediately.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : brilliantly

Mots lis

principled

C2

Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.

analytical

C1

Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.

approach

C1

A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.

authorize

C1

To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.

beneficial

B2

Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.

consistent

C2

The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.

constitutional

C2

Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.

contextual

B2

Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.

contract

C1

A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.

contractor

C1

A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.

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