effulgence
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ɪˈfʌldʒəns/
KK: /ɪˈfʌldʒəns/
noun
Definition
A bright and shining light or glow that is very impressive and beautiful.
Example
The effulgence of the sun made the entire landscape sparkle.
Conversation
Did you see the sunset yesterday?
Yes, it was breathtaking!
The effulgence of the colors was just stunning.
Absolutely, it felt like a painting in the sky.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
radiance
brilliance
luster
Antonyms
dullness
dimness
obscurity
Root Explanation
Effulgence is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "fulgere" (meaning to shine). The word describes a shining forth or radiance that emanates outward.
Memory Tip
Imagine light 'shining out' ('ex-') brightly — that's what effulgence means.
Visually Confused Words
refulgence
prefulgence
emulgence
effluence
refulgency