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Word: Effulgent

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: The word "effulgent" means shining brightly or radiating light. It describes something that glows or sparkles with brightness, similar to how the sun shines or how flowers can look very bright and cheerful.

Usage Instructions:
  • Context: Use "effulgent" to describe things that are exceptionally bright or radiant, often in a poetic or expressive manner.
  • Formality: This word is more formal and is often found in literature or descriptions of nature.
Examples:
  1. The effulgent sun rose over the horizon, filling the sky with vibrant colors.
  2. The garden was filled with effulgent daffodils, their bright yellow petals shining in the morning light.
Advanced Usage:

In literature, "effulgent" can be used to evoke emotions or create vivid imagery. For example: - "The effulgent glow of the moonlight cast a serene ambiance over the quiet lake."

Word Variants:
  • Effulgence (noun): The quality of being effulgent; brightness or radiance.
    • Example: The effulgence of the stars lit up the night sky.
  • Effulgently (adverb): In a radiant or shining manner.
    • Example: The flowers bloomed effulgently in the spring sunshine.
Different Meanings:

While "effulgent" primarily relates to light, it can also be used metaphorically to describe someone's personality or presence as being bright and cheerful.

Synonyms:
  • Radiant
  • Luminous
  • Shining
  • Bright
  • Glowing
  • Resplendent
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There aren’t specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly use "effulgent," but you can create phrases like: - "Shining like a diamond" (to express something that is exceptionally bright or clear). - "Light up the room" (to describe someone whose presence brings brightness or joy).

Conclusion:

"Effulgent" is a beautiful word to describe anything that shines brightly, whether it be the sun, flowers, or even a person’s joyful spirit.

Adjective
  1. radiating or as if radiating light
    • the beaming sun
    • the effulgent daffodils
    • a radiant sunrise
    • a refulgent sunset

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