Emitting much light; visually dazzling; luminous, lucent, radiant. • Of light: brilliant, intense. • Of an object, surface, etc.: reflecting much light; having a high lustre; gleaming, shiny. • Of a place: not dark; well-lit. • Of climate or weather: not cloudy or gloomy; fair; also, of a period of time, the sky, etc.: characterized by much sunshine and good weather. • Clearly apparent; conspicuous. • Of a colour: not muted or pale; bold, brilliant, vivid. • Of an object, surface, etc.: having vivid colour(s); colourful. • Of a musical instrument, sound, or a voice: clearly audible; clear, resounding, and often high-pitched. • Of a room or other place: having acoustic qualities that tend to cause much echoing or reverberation of sound, particularly at high frequencies. • Of a scent or taste: having an agreeable balance of sweet and sour, often with associations of coolness, freshness, and sometimes aromaticity. • Of a scent or taste: not bland or mild; bold, sharp, strong. • Of a substance: clear, transparent; also, pure, unadulterated; (specifically) of wine: free of suspended particles; not cloudy; fine. • Glorious; illustrious. • In good spirits; happy, optimistic. • Of the face or eyes, or a smile: showing happiness or hopefulness; cheerful, lively. • Of a person: lively, vivacious. • Of a period of history or time: happy, prosperous, successful. • Of an opportunity or outlook: having a reasonable chance of success; favourable, good. • Of conversation, writing, etc.: imaginative or sparkling with wit; clever, witty. • Having a clear, quick intellect; intelligent. • Of the eyes: able to see clearly; of eyesight: keen, sharp. • Manifest to the mind as light is to the eyes; clear, evident, plain. • Of a rhythm or tempo: lively, upbeat. • Of a note: slightly sharp. • Of a metal object or surface: lacking any protective coating or surface treatment for the prevention of corrosion.