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Brightest

Verb / ˈbraɪtʌst / Another word for brightest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The most bright or shining.

Synonyms & similar words

promising vivid brilliant dull shining shiny hopeful dimmed burnished bright smart lustrous undimmed shiniest glowing radiant luminous gleaming sparkling beaming dazzling vivid brilliant lustrous glistening flashing twinkling glittering dazzlingly resplendent coruscating effulgent fulgent

Synonyms by register

Formal

luminous radiant brilliant effulgent

Informal

shiny gleaming sparkly

Literary

effulgent resplendent lustrous

Antonyms

dim dark dull faint gloomy murky shadowy

Common collocations

  • brightest star
  • brightest mind
  • brightest day
  • brightest smile
  • brightest hope
  • brightest light

Word family

adjective bright
adverb brightly

Usage note

As a superlative, 'brightest' refers to the highest degree of light or intelligence. It is commonly used metaphorically to describe people or ideas.

Example sentences

  1. The sun is the brightest object in the sky.
  2. She has the brightest smile.
  3. The brightest star in the sky is Sirius.
  4. The brightest color in the painting is yellow.
  5. He was the brightest student in the class.

Quotes

  • The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • The brightest flame casts the darkest shadow. - George R.R. Martin
  • With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts. - Eleanor Roosevelt

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