French word

fulgurant

Pronunciation

IPA/fylgyʁɑ̃/

Meaning

  • adjectiveremarkable

Example

Il a connu un succès fulgurant.

He achieved remarkable success.

Illustration for fulgurant (remarkable)

More examples

Son départ a été fulgurant.

His start was spectacular.

Core concept

A streak of lightning that appears suddenly, shines intensely, and vanishes while its effect remains striking.

Common phrases

  • départ fulgurant

    spectacular start

  • progrès fulgurant

    spectacular progress

Similar words

impressionnant: Striking enough to make a powerful impression and hold attention.
remarquable: Notable for distinctive qualities or achievements that merit attention.
brillant: Clearly radiant or marked by outstanding talent and ability.
spectaculaire: Dramatic, eye-catching, and impressive enough to inspire wonder.

Definition in French

Qui se manifeste de façon éclatante et brève, provoquant une impression marquante.

Word origin

Fulgurant derives from Latin fulgur, 'lightning', with French using the image of a flash for sudden, brilliant developments.

Usage tips

  • The final consonant is silent in fulgurant but pronounced in the feminine form fulgurante.

Other meanings

  • dazzlingadjective
  • suddenadjective

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