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be brilliant

[bi ˈbrɪljənt]
verb phrase
ser brilhante
1. to be exceptionally intelligent, clever, or talented
She is brilliant at mathematics.
Ela é brilhante em matemática.
2. to be outstanding or impressive in performance or quality
That was a brilliant solution to the problem.
Essa foi uma solução brilhante para o problema.
3. to be shining brightly or radiant
The diamonds were brilliant under the spotlight.
Os diamantes eram brilhantes sob o refletor.
NYC Slang
be fire / be lit / be dope
Synonyms
be outstandingbe excellentbe talentedbe giftedbe brightbe clever
Antonyms
be mediocrebe dullbe dimbe stupid

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ser brilhante
most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ser brilhante
standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
ser brilhante
standard usage
Portugal
ser brilhante
standard usage; can also use 'ser excelente' for excellence context

Related Idioms & Phrases

a brilliant mind
brilliant idea
brilliant career
shine bright like a diamond
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