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Updated June 2026
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.”
/ˈbrɪljənt/
bril·liant
Contains double 'l' and 'iant' ending; the repeated consonant is a key pattern
Worth 12 points; the double 'l' can help with parallel plays and word extensions
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