brilliant

Definition

  • adjective: very bright
  • often used in a joking or ironic way to describe a foolish idea, action, etc.
  • synonyms: shining, glittering, splendid

Examples

  • It is a 'brilliant' [='fabulous'] film. You really must see it.

  • It was 'brilliant' of you to leave your passport at home!

  • She acted 'brilliantly' in her first film.

Movie quotes

  • (..) ...any place but New York City. She's my fiancee, for Christ's sake. You are just like your father. One minute you're brilliant, controlled, steadfast. The next you're throwing it all away on some young piece of ass. Those are your issues, Mother. (..)
    2002 Sweet Home Alabama