烨 (yè) - Brilliant & bright

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烨 · yè

Brilliant;

bright;

glorious;

flaming light;

often used to describe something shining or radiant.

Brilliantbrightglorious

Usage highlights

Brilliant lightShining brightlyGlorious achievementsRadiant appearanceBrilliant and magnificentShining splendor

Synonyms

  • 熠— bright; brilliant; sparkling
  • 灿— bright; splendid; glorious
  • 耀— shine; illuminate; dazzle
  • 煌— bright; shining; brilliant

Antonyms

  • 暗— dark; dim; obscure
  • 晦— dark; obscure; gloomy
  • 黯— dim; dark; gloomy

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The fireworks lit up the night sky with brilliant splendor (烨烨生辉).
  • His achievements shine brightly in the history books (功业烨然).
  • She has a radiant and brilliant personality (性格烨烨).
  • The stars twinkle brilliantly in the sky (星光烨烨).

Collocations

  • Brilliant light(烨光)
  • Shining brightly(烨烨)
  • Glorious achievements(烨业)
  • Radiant appearance(烨容)
  • Brilliant and magnificent(烨丽)
  • Shining splendor(烨彩)

Idioms

  • Shining with brilliant light(烨烨生辉)
  • Achievements shining brightly(功业烨然)
  • Stars twinkling brilliantly(星光烨烨)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in names to convey brilliance, excellence, and outstanding qualities.
  • Associated with light, fire, and radiance in classical Chinese literature.
  • Considered an auspicious character in naming, symbolizing success and glory.

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