鮮烈(せんれつ)

せんれつ
na-adjective
vivid; striking; sharp
1. vivid; striking; sharp; brilliant
Describes something that makes a strong, fresh, and powerful impression on the senses or emotions. Often used for visual images, memories, and debuts.
鮮烈(せんれつ)な印象(いんしょう)を受(う)けた。
I received a vivid impression.
あの映画(えいが)のラストシーンは鮮烈(せんれつ)だった。
The last scene of that movie was striking.
彼女(かのじょ)は鮮烈(せんれつ)なデビューを飾(かざ)り、一躍(いちやく)有名(ゆうめい)になった。
She made a brilliant debut and became famous overnight.

Composed of 鮮(せん) (fresh, vivid) + 烈(れつ) (intense, fierce). Describes something that leaves a sharp, unforgettable impression, combining freshness with intensity.

COMMON COLLOCATIONS:

  • 鮮烈(せんれつ)な印象(いんしょう) (vivid impression)
  • 鮮烈(せんれつ)なデビュー (striking debut)
  • 鮮烈(せんれつ)な記憶(きおく) (vivid memory)
  • 鮮烈(せんれつ)な色彩(しきさい) (vivid colors)
  • 鮮烈(せんれつ)なイメージ (striking image)

SIMILAR WORDS:

  • 鮮明(せんめい) — clear, distinct; focuses on clarity rather than emotional impact
  • 強烈(きょうれつ) — intense, powerful; emphasizes sheer force or strength of impact
  • 鮮(あざ)やか — vivid, brilliant; more common in everyday language and often for colors

USAGE:
鮮烈(せんれつ) is a literary and somewhat formal word. It is especially common in media, criticism, and narrative contexts to describe debuts, first impressions, and visual imagery that feel fresh and powerful.

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Added 2026.3.30 5:04
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