fulgence

noun

ful·​gence
ˈfu̇ljən(t)s,
ˈfəl-
variants or fulgency
-nsē
plural fulgences or fulgencies
: brilliant luster : resplendence

Word History

Etymology

fulgence from Middle English, from fulgent, after such pairs as Middle English excellent: excellence; fulgency from fulgent + -cy

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“Fulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fulgence. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

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