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luminous

[/ˈluːmɪnəs/]
adjective
luminoso
1. emitting, reflecting, or transmitting light; bright or shining
The luminous dial of the clock glowed in the darkness.
O mostrador luminoso do relógio brilhava na escuridão.
2. clear, easily understood, or intellectually brilliant
Her luminous writing style made complex ideas accessible.
Seu estilo de escrita luminoso tornou as ideias complexas acessíveis.
3. full of light or brightness; radiating light
The luminous sky at sunset was breathtaking.
O céu luminoso ao pôr do sol era de tirar o fôlego.
Synonyms
brightradiantglowingshiningilluminatedlucidclear
Antonyms
darkdimopaqueobscuredull

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
luminoso
standard usage for both literal and figurative meanings
São Paulo
luminoso
commonly used in technical and academic contexts
Portugal
luminoso
standard usage; also used for illuminated signs (painéis luminosos)
Rio de Janeiro
luminoso
standard usage in both formal and informal speech

Related Idioms & Phrases

luminous intelligence
luminous prose
luminous quality
luminous paint
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