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
  • Try delicate floral bloom over a luminous chrome base for a manicure that’s straight out of a fairy tale.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 23 July 2026
  • Kernell’s luminous third drama is a quietly devastating portrait of love, resilience, and the enduring strength of Sámi women.
    — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 21 July 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
  • Applying makeup on mature skin is actually all about utilizing products a way that enhances your natural skin for a more glowing, youthful look.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 27 July 2026
  • Everyone looks glowing and glamorous, despite sticking generally to a dutiful antiquities theme.
    — Rachel Syme, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • The comeback saga rings ever so true for those in the movie theater industry, and for those millions of moviegoers who love to watch dazzling images on the huge silver screens of theaters.
    — Adam Aron, Variety, 29 July 2026
  • But then, those mechanics—along with loads of elaborately fake-looking special effects, which now, rather than being dazzling, are just business as usual—are the hallmarks of all Marvel movies.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 28 July 2026
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • With no bright moon competing against faint meteors, observers under rural skies could see 60 to 100 meteors per hour, while even suburban observers should enjoy a steady stream of shooting stars.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Think jelly sandals, silk scarves and headwraps, blue eyeshadow, bright jewel-tone dresses, or blouses with fun accents like feather cuffs.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • So if your skin can take it, this miracle worker will give you clear, smooth texture with the most enviable radiant glow.
    — Audrey Noble, Vogue, 27 July 2026
  • Bradley, 16, was a joyful child with a radiant smile, her family said.
    — Chris Boyette, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • As for her companion, the Kens of the collection adhere to a typical gala dress code in their red satin jackets, collared shirts, shiny dress shoes, and bow ties.
    — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
  • If your legs are tired from walking, hop on the shiny green Balboa Park Tram.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 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 4 Aug. 2026.

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