Enlightened: meaning, definitions and examples
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enlightened
[ ɪnˈlaɪtnd ]
state of mind
Having or showing a deep understanding or insight; spiritually aware; free from ignorance and misinformation.
Synonyms
aware, knowledgeable, perceptive, wise
Examples of usage
- He became more enlightened after years of meditation.
- She had an enlightened perspective on the situation.
education
To give knowledge or understanding to someone; to educate or inform.
Synonyms
educate, illuminate, inform, teach
Examples of usage
- The teacher enlightened the students with a fascinating lecture.
- He enlightened his colleagues on the latest developments in the industry.
Translations
Translations of the word "enlightened" in other languages:
🇵🇹 iluminado
🇮🇳 प्रबुद्ध
🇩🇪 aufgeklärt
🇮🇩 tercerahkan
🇺🇦 просвітлений
🇵🇱 oświecony
🇯🇵 啓発された
🇫🇷 éclairé
🇪🇸 iluminado
🇹🇷 aydınlanmış
🇰🇷 깨달은
🇸🇦 مستنير
🇨🇿 osvícený
🇸🇰 osvietený
🇨🇳 开明的
🇸🇮 razsvetljen
🇮🇸 upplýstur
🇰🇿 ағартылған
🇬🇪 განათლებული
🇦🇿 maariflənmiş
🇲🇽 iluminado
Word origin
The word 'enlightened' comes from the verb 'enlighten', which dates back to the 14th century. It combines the prefix 'en-' (meaning 'to put into') and the word 'light'. The concept of enlightenment has roots in various philosophical and religious traditions, emphasizing the attainment of knowledge, understanding, and spiritual insight.
See also: enlightening, enlightenment, unenlightened.