B1 — Intermediateadjective
luminoso
radiant, glowing (of skin/face)
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
radiososplendentebrillantesano
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
spentospentoopacospoglio
Usage note
'Luminoso' of skin or face means glowing and healthy-looking. 'Radioso' has a more poetic, intense brightness. 'Opaco' (dull/matte) is the antonym for skin. 'Brillante' can describe shiny, healthy hair.
Example
"Dopo le vacanze ha un viso luminoso e riposato."
"After the holiday she has a radiant, rested face."
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