Brilliant success, social distinction, or impressive display; acclaim and admiration from others.
From French 'éclat' meaning 'splendor' or 'burst,' derived from Old French 'eclater' (to burst out). The word originally meant a literal 'bursting forth' of light or brilliance before becoming metaphorical.
When someone achieves something with 'eclat,' they don't just succeed—they absolutely shine while doing it; it's why celebrities and successful people are sometimes said to have 'social eclat,' meaning they command attention and admiration wherever they go.
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