Etymology
Meaning
Origin
The word "brilliancy" ultimately derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰerǵʰ-, which means "to shine." This root is also the origin of words such as "bright," "brilliant," and "burn."
The Latin word "brillāre" is a derivative of the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰerǵʰ-. It means "to shine" or "to gleam." The French word "brillance" is derived from the Latin "brillāre."
The English word "brilliancy" is derived from the French word "brillance." It was first used in English in the 16th century.
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