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brightness

noun/ˈbraɪtnəs/

definition

the state of being clever or the degree that something reflects light

example

When you visit the Van Gogh museum, you will be impressed by the brightness of the colors that he used in his paintings.

synonyms
intelligencebrilliancelight
word origin — Origin notes will appear here when available.

Intermediate — Set 95

Set 95 of Intermediate covers 5 words: brightness, attention, complaint, fascination, brilliance. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. brightness · noun/ˈbraɪtnəs/

    the state of being clever or the degree that something reflects light

    When you visit the Van Gogh museum, you will be impressed by the brightness of the colors that he used in his paintings.

    Synonyms: intelligence, brilliance, light

  2. attention · noun/əˈtɛn(t)ʃən/

    the act of showing you are really listening or watching carefully

    Parents should give more attention to their children's character development when they are at a young age.

    Synonyms: concentration, consideration, care

    Origin: late Middle English: from Latin attentio(n-), from the verb attendere (see attend)

  3. complaint · noun/kəmˈpleɪnt/

    dissatisfaction about something/someone

    The tenant's contract was terminated due to a serious complaint from a neighbour.

    Synonyms: accusation, criticism, discontent

    Origin: late Middle English: from Old French complainte, feminine past participle of complaindre ‘to lament’ (see complain)

  4. fascination · noun/ˌfæsəˈneɪʃən/

    the quality of being really interested in something

    The children who adored Elsa watched Disney on Ice in fascination.

    Synonyms: obsession, attraction

  5. brilliance · noun/ˈbrɪljəns/

    the quality of being clever and skillful

    Picasso's brilliance as a painter brought him worldwide fame and fortune.

    Synonyms: excellence, cleverness, intelligence, bright