Brilliant

9 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

Exceptionally bright, intelligent, or talented; displaying great cleverness or skill. Can also describe something that shines intensely or sparkles.

“Her brilliant solution to the problem saved the company thousands of pounds.”

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Contains double 'l' and 'iant' ending; the repeated consonant is a key pattern

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Worth 12 points; the double 'l' can help with parallel plays and word extensions

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