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fulgurous

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈfʌlɡərəs/

KK: /ˈfʌlɡərəs/

adjective
Definition

Describing something that emits or resembles flashes of lightning.


Example

The fulgurous display of the storm lit up the night sky.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see that fulgurous lightning storm last night?
Sloth B
Yes! It was incredible to watch all those flashes.
Sloth A
I know, right? The way it lit up the sky was mesmerizing.
Sloth B
Totally! Nature can be so awe-inspiring.

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

Fulgurous → It is derived from "fulgur" (from Latin *fulgur*, meaning lightning) and the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of or possessing). The word "fulgurous" describes something that is full of or resembling lightning, often in brightness or brilliance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'lightning' ('fulgur') to remember that 'fulgurous' means something that is bright or resembles lightning.

Visually Confused Words
augurous
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