brilliancy

English

/ˈbɹɪljənsi/

noun
Definitions
  • A shining quality; brilliance.
  • An act of being brilliant.
  • (chess) A spectacular and beautiful game of chess, generally featuring sacrificial attacks and unexpected moves.

Etymology

Suffix from English brilliant (4-point type), brilliance.

Origin

English

brilliance

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