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brillant (adjective)

Shiny, bright, brilliant (e.g., a surface, an idea).

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a BRILLIANT diamond that is both shiny (literal) and a smart investment (figurative).

🏛️ Origin

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'brillant' to mean 'light-colored'. → Use 'clair' for light colors (bleu clair) and 'brillant' for shiny surfaces.

Saying 'Brillant !' as a casual 'Great!'. → Use 'Génial !' or 'Super !' for casual enthusiasm.

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