# brilliantly

/ˈbɹɪɫjəntɫi/ (US) · /bɹˈɪlɪəntli/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Adverb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/brilliantly
Updated: 2026-05-04

## Definition

in a way that is very good, clever, or impressive. You use it to describe something done with great skill or intelligence.

For teachers: in a manner that is exceptionally effective, clever, or impressive. Typically modifies verbs describing performance or achievement.

## Examples

- She answered the difficult question brilliantly.
- The team played brilliantly in the second half and won the match.
- The director brilliantly captured the chaos of the city through rapid editing and overlapping dialogue.

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