Unillumined: meaning, definitions and examples

Use this word in formal or poetic contexts when describing something that lacks light or illumination. It often has an artistic or descriptive tone.

• The old manuscript lay unillumined by the torchlight.
• His heart felt unillumined by hope.

Appropriate in everyday situations to describe the absence of light or to refer to something depressing or negative. It is the most general and versatile of the group.

• The room was dark and quiet.
• She felt a dark cloud hanging over her mood.

Applicable in straightforward or practical contexts, typically referring to something that has not been turned on or ignited, often relating to candles, lamps, and streets.

• The unlit candle sat in the center of the table.
• The street was eerily quiet and unlit.

Best used when light is present but very faint or weak. Can be used to describe physical light, as well as to metaphorically describe understanding or knowledge that is not clear.

• The dim light from the lamp barely lit the room.
• His memories of that day were dim and vague.

Refers to something or someone not physically lit or lacking in intellectual or spiritual enlightenment. Used in literary or poetic contexts.

• The room remained unillumined despite the flickering flames
• His mind was unillumined by any new insights

Describes someone lacking knowledge or awareness in general or about a specific subject. Can be perceived as negative or offensive.

• He was ignorant of the local customs
• It's better to ask questions than to remain ignorant

Indicates someone who lacks understanding or insight, often used to describe outdated or prejudiced views. Can have negative connotations.

• The unenlightened opinions reflected the biases of the past
• Attempts were made to guide the unenlightened towards better understanding

Describes someone without formal education or training; can suggest a lack of formal knowledge but not necessarily a lack of intelligence.

• Despite being unschooled, she had a sharp intellect
• They hired him even though he was unschooled in traditional methods