June 25, 2026

Effulgent

adjective

Definition

Radiant; shining brilliantly. It suggests a dazzling, overwhelming brightness that pours out like a flood of light.

Example Sentence

“The effulgent sunrise turned the snowy peaks gold and pink.”

Etymology

From Latin effulgere (to shine out), from ex- (out) + fulgere (to shine).

Scrabble Score

E1F4F4U1L1G2E1N1T1

EFFULGENT scores 16 points in Scrabble.

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