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
  • Carl Andre, Dan Flavin, and the minimalists learned from Brancusi’s serial imagery and the anonymity of his luminous, streamlined forms.
    — Michael Brenson, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The simple-but-elegant cut was made even more glamorous by the luminous nature of the fabric, which glittered underneath the lights on Friday’s red carpet.
    — Erin Wisti, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 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
  • This electric fireplace offers a glowing bed of faux embers that adds to its realism.
    — BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Nov. 2026
  • This design decision allows the shoe’s tech to stand out, giving it an almost glowing effect.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of glowing
Adjective
  • That's 12 times brighter than its nearest planetary competitor, Jupiter and a full 25 times more dazzling than Sirius, the brightest of all stars.
    — Joe Rao, Space.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Amal Clooney has always been a fan of a statement look, never missing an opportunity to wear archival couture in Cannes, punchy prints in the Med, or dazzling sequins on the red carpet.
    — María Munsuri, Vogue, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • Mayor Matt Mahan told the crowd that the flower is the perfect symbol for a city with a beautiful past and a bright future.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Beautyberry These deciduous shrubs produce bright purple berries that attract songbirds in summer and autumn.
    — The Spruce, The Spruce, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of bright
Adjective
  • There are private guest quarters and the primary suite includes an ensuite bathroom with a radiant heated floor, sitting room, office and two walk-in closets.
    — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Upstairs were the bedrooms, an office and a bathroom with a claw foot tub and radiant-heated floors.
    — Heather Senison, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • Still, within Newsom’s announcement today lies some pretty shiny baubles for an ailing West Coast industry that has seen production crater and over 50,000 jobs directly lost over the past six years.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The Rapid Repair Bond Builder+ Collection helps repair damage from heat, color and styling, strengthening strands from the inside out for healthier, shinier hair.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 2 Nov. 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 9 Nov. 2026.

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