English speakers first took a shine to "effulgence" in the late 1600s, but it has older relatives in the English language. It derives from the Latin verb "fulgēre," which means "to shine," a word that is also the root of "fulgent," a synonym of "radiant" that English speakers have used since the 15th century. "Refulgence" also appeared in the 1600s—but in the earlier half—and has a close meaning to "effulgence." It means "a radiant or resplendent quality or state" and, like "effulgence," is synonymous with "brilliance."
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ya... what happen to your chatbox.. didnt see u online these few days, cldnt help u.. hope to see u online soon.. so that i can
'rescue' yr chatbox :)
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