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fulgurant

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈfʌlɡərənt/

KK: /ˈfʌlɡərənt/

adjective
Definition

Something that is bright and flashes like lightning.


Example

The fulgurant display of fireworks lit up the night sky.


Comparatives & Superlatives

Comparative: more fulgurant

Superlative: most fulgurant


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the fireworks last night?
Sloth B
Yes! They were so fulgurant and bright!
Sloth A
I loved how they lit up the whole sky.
Sloth B
Absolutely! It felt like lightning was striking in every direction.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
luminous
brilliant
radiant
Antonyms
dull
dim
obscure
Root Explanation

Fulgurant → It is derived from "fulgur" (meaning lightning) and the suffix "-ant" (indicating an ongoing action or state). The word "fulgurant" describes something that is flashing or shining like lightning.

Memory Tip

Imagine something that is 'like lightning' ('fulgur') and is currently 'shining' ('-ant'). This helps you remember that fulgurant refers to something that flashes or shines brightly.

Visually Confused Words
flagrant
figurant
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