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Enlightening: meaning, definitions and examples

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enlightening

 

[ ɪnˈlaɪtnɪŋ ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

mind-opening

Providing insight and knowledge; intellectually stimulating.

Synonyms

educational, illuminating, informative

Examples of usage

  • It was an enlightening experience to visit the museum and learn about the history of the civilization.
  • The book offered an enlightening perspective on the political situation in the country.
  • The documentary was both entertaining and enlightening, shedding light on a controversial topic.
Context #2 | Noun

guidance

The action of giving someone greater knowledge and understanding about a subject or situation.

Synonyms

education, instruction, teaching

Examples of usage

  • The mentor provided valuable enlightening to the young entrepreneur, helping him navigate the challenges of starting a business.
  • The enlightening from the teacher helped the students grasp the complex concept more easily.

Translations

Translations of the word "enlightening" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esclarecedor

🇮🇳 प्रबोधक

🇩🇪 aufklärend

🇮🇩 mencerahkan

🇺🇦 просвітницький

🇵🇱 pouczający

🇯🇵 啓発的な

🇫🇷 éclairant

🇪🇸 iluminador

🇹🇷 aydınlatıcı

🇰🇷 계몽적인

🇸🇦 مستنير

🇨🇿 poučný

🇸🇰 poučný

🇨🇳 启发性的

🇸🇮 poučen

🇮🇸 upplýsandi

🇰🇿 ағартушылық

🇬🇪 განმანათლებელი

🇦🇿 maarifləndirici

🇲🇽 iluminador

Etymology

The word 'enlightening' comes from the verb 'enlighten', which originated in Middle English from the Old English word 'inlīhtan'. The prefix 'en-' signifies 'in, into', while 'līhtan' means 'to shine, illuminate'. The concept of enlightenment has been associated with the Age of Enlightenment, a cultural movement in the 18th century that emphasized reason and individualism.

See also: enlightened, enlightenment, unenlightened.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,046, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.