Brilliant is an adjective with several related meanings:
Shining brightly; sparkling or glittering; lustrous.
Example: The brilliant lights of the city.
Distinguished; illustrious.
Example: A brilliant performance by a young actor.
The term conveys the idea of exceptional brightness or high distinction in various contexts, including physical light and personal achievements.
Quotation:
"The brilliant lights of the city."
"A brilliant performance by a young actor."
Author's Summary:
Brilliant describes something exceptionally bright or outstanding, whether it refers to light or to remarkable talent and performance.