be as bright as a button

To be intelligent and a quick-thinker. Primarily heard in UK, Australia. Ted's as bright as a button, so he'll find a solution to this problem. Of course Ellen is our valedictorian—she's as bright as a button.

be as bright as a button

(British & Australian)

to be intelligent and able to think quickly She was bright as a button - always asking questions and quick to help.

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Alvy	['ælvi]
Arijana	-	Croatian
Bald	[bɔ:ld]
Maoilios	-	Scottish
Ra	RAH	Egyptian Mythology
Sixtus	-	Late Roman