refulgent

adjective

Definition of refulgentnext
as in luminous
giving off or reflecting much light refulgent sunlight broke through the clouds, creating huge swaths of light in the valley below us

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for refulgent
  1. luminous
  2. shining
  3. glowing
  4. dazzling
  5. bright
  6. radiant
  7. shiny
  8. gleaming
Adjective
  • To celebrate this milestone anniversary, Armani Beauty updated the formula for mature skin, infusing it with skincare ingredients that help to keep complexions luminous and plump during wear.
    — Beth Sobol, Flow Space, 26 Aug. 2026
  • At the same time, the drops have suspended pigments that melt into the skin rather than sitting on top of it, creating a more even skin tone with a natural, slightly luminous finish.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of luminous
Adjective
  • At a time of so much partisanship in Congress, especially related to health care, breakthrough legislation is a shining example of how commonsense policies that support patient care and innovation can achieve broad support.
    — Josh Makower, STAT, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Those memories will remain some of the most shining and unforgettable moments of my life.
    — Jeff Benjamin, Forbes.com, 12 Mar. 2026
Definition of shining
Adjective
  • Set the scene The lobby is a vast, bubble-era set piece—soaring double-height ceilings gridded with geometric lights, warm wood paneling, and a glowing staircase.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Hydrolyzed hyaluronic acid delivers hydration and keeps skin smooth and glowing, plus there’s niacinamide and licorice extract to brighten and even the complexion.
    — Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • Put a small telescope on Venus this week and its appearance is completely different from the dazzling dot seen with the naked eye.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 4 Sep. 2026
  • On September 3, Sweeney made a dazzling entrance at an Armani Beauty dinner in Venice.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • De Zerbi will take encouragement from Savio’s bright debut, with the £85million recruit from Manchester City looking bright and threatening, without executing on the final action.
    — Chris Waugh, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The Casita looks good enough to sit on a desk and those super bright RGB LED’s really glow.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • In the house’s southern wing, the primary suite is complete with a private deck and a limestone and Calacatta marble bathroom featuring a deep soaking tub, a steam shower, and radiant heated floors.
    — Katie Schultz, Architectural Digest, 31 Aug. 2026
  • Nicole Kidman looked radiant in a seafoam green gown with a bold thigh-high slit at the Practical Magic 2 premiere in London on August 26.
    — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • So who might clutch a shiny gold statuette onstage at the 2026 Primetime Emmys?
    — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 31 Aug. 2026
  • The new Lustreglass Lip Tint is a glossy, juicy, stay-on-your-lips formula that gives you the shiniest, prettiest pout.
    — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of shiny
Adjective
  • Under his meticulous care, the gleaming red sports car has been souped up to generate 400-horsepower turbo performance, but retains much of the original features and feel.
    — Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026
  • The trailer features stunning images of the massive gleaming white cube that was the centerpiece of the staging and Instagram-worthy shots of the pryo and special effects that made the tour a must-see for fans.
    — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 10 Dec. 2025
Definition of gleaming
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“Refulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/refulgent. Accessed 6 Sep. 2026.

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