Illumined: meaning, definitions and examples
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illumined
[ ɪˈluːmənt ]
describing state
Illumined refers to something that is lit up or made clear by light. This term can be used to describe both literal and metaphorical light. In a literal sense, it often pertains to spaces that are brightened by natural or artificial light sources. Metaphorically, it can imply enlightenment or clarity of understanding. It is often used in poetic or artistic contexts to evoke imagery.
Synonyms
brightened, enlightened, kindled, lit
Examples of usage
- The illumined room sparkled with reflections.
- The illumined manuscript revealed ancient wisdom.
- Her face was illumined by the soft glow of the candlelight.
Translations
Translations of the word "illumined" in other languages:
🇵🇹 iluminado
🇮🇳 प्रकाशित
🇩🇪 erleuchtet
🇮🇩 terang
🇺🇦 освітлений
🇵🇱 oświetlony
🇯🇵 照らされた
🇫🇷 illuminé
🇪🇸 iluminado
🇹🇷 aydınlatılmış
🇰🇷 조명된
🇸🇦 مضيء
🇨🇿 osvětlený
🇸🇰 osvetlený
🇨🇳 照亮的
🇸🇮 osvetljen
🇮🇸 upplystur
🇰🇿 жарықтандырылған
🇬🇪 გამშვენებული
🇦🇿 işıqlanmış
🇲🇽 iluminado
Etymology
The word 'illumined' is derived from the Latin verb 'illuminare', which means 'to light up' or 'to make clear'. The root 'lumin' relates to light and appears in other English words such as 'luminous' and 'luminary'. The use of 'illumined' in English dates back to the 14th century, primarily in religious and literary texts, where it connoted both physical brightness and spiritual enlightenment. Over time, the term has expanded its usage beyond the literal to include metaphorical meanings, reflecting insights and understanding in various contexts.