Enlighten: meaning, definitions and examples
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enlighten
[ ɪnˈlaɪt(ə)n ]
to bring knowledge
To give someone greater knowledge and understanding about a subject or situation. It often involves shedding light on something that was previously unknown or misunderstood.
Synonyms
clarify, educate, illuminate, inform
Examples of usage
- He was able to enlighten the group with his expertise on the topic.
- She hoped the workshop would enlighten her on the latest research findings.
- The professor's lecture on the history of art was enlightening to the students.
- The documentary aimed to enlighten viewers about the impact of climate change.
- The mentor's guidance helped enlighten the young entrepreneur on business strategies.
Translations
Translations of the word "enlighten" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esclarecer
🇮🇳 प्रकाश डालना
🇩🇪 erleuchten
🇮🇩 mencerahkan
🇺🇦 просвітити
🇵🇱 oświecić
🇯🇵 啓発する (keihatsu suru)
🇫🇷 éclairer
🇪🇸 iluminar
🇹🇷 aydınlatmak
🇰🇷 밝히다 (balghida)
🇸🇦 أضاء
🇨🇿 osvětlit
🇸🇰 osvetliť
🇨🇳 启发 (qǐfā)
🇸🇮 razsvetliti
🇮🇸 upplýsa
🇰🇿 жарықтандыру
🇬🇪 განათლება
🇦🇿 işıqlandırmaq
🇲🇽 iluminar
Word origin
The word 'enlighten' originated from the Old English word 'inlīhtan', which means 'to illuminate or make bright'. It has evolved over time to also mean 'to give knowledge or understanding'. The concept of enlightenment has roots in various philosophical and spiritual traditions, where it signifies the attainment of deep wisdom or insight. In the context of everyday language, 'enlighten' is often used to describe the act of sharing knowledge or shedding light on a topic.
See also: highlight, light, lighten, lightened, lightening, lighter, lightheaded, lightheadedness, lighthearted, lightheartedly, lightheartedness, lighting, lightly, lightness, lightweight, relight.