Synonyms bright
bright ▪ brilliant ▪ vivid ▪ vibrant
These words all describe things that are shining or full of light or colours that are strong and easy to see.
bright full of light; shining strongly; (of colours) strong and easy to see:
a bright yellow dress
brilliant very bright:
The sky was a brilliant blue.
vivid (approving) (of colours) bright and strong:
His eyes were a vivid green.
vibrant (approving) (of colours) bright and strong:
The room was decorated in vibrant blues and greens.
vivid or vibrant?
These two words are very similar, but vivid emphasizes how bright a colour is, while vibrant suggests a more lively and exciting colour or combination of colours.
Patterns
bright/​brilliant/​vivid/​vibrant colours
bright/​brilliant light/​sunlight/​sunshine/​eyes