1
as in to inform
to give information to
the lecturer at the planetarium enlightened us about the latest astronomical discoveries
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as in to educate
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
many people around the world have been enlightened by the teachings of Gautama Buddha
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Recent Examples of enlighten
Mann, who didn’t accompany the team in the season’s final road trip to Toronto and Boston, wasn’t around to enlighten curiosity seekers during exit interviews.
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Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025
Who would have thought that Saxon Ratliff would have been more enlightened than most by his stay at The White Lotus Thailand?
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2025
This view is supported by enlightening analysis from economist Jessica Riedl.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Such delicate subject matter must also enlighten, entertain, and feel satisfying.
—Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 10 Mar. 2025
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Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 22 Apr. 2025
Who would have thought that Saxon Ratliff would have been more enlightened than most by his stay at The White Lotus Thailand?
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 7 Apr. 2025
This view is supported by enlightening analysis from economist Jessica Riedl.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
Such delicate subject matter must also enlighten, entertain, and feel satisfying.
—Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 10 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlighten
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Nobody informed Cristian’s family what was happening.—
Eric Cortellessa,
Time,
10 June 2025
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His mother informs Mel and his sister that their father will be out on day release but urges them not to share their address with him.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
10 June 2025
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Retail investors shouldn’t be seen as hurdles, but rather as opportunities for widespread adoption, and must be educated for sustainable innovation.—
Joash Lee,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Healthcare providers and community leaders must also educate patients about vaccination benefits, particularly for vulnerable groups like pregnant women and those with high exposure.—
Dr. Jerome Adams,
Time,
10 June 2025
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Burt Reynolds told Business Insider in 2016 that, like Pacino, he was offered and turned down the part.—
Mike Miller Published,
EW.com,
7 June 2025
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The percentage tells the public how much of the fire perimeter is believed to not go beyond the control lines.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2025
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Fat Kahuna’s is another beloved spot for creative seafood inspired by Hawaii, like Macadamia Nut Encrusted Mahi Mahi.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
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Hong Kong’s relentless pace has inspired a wellness revolution where ancient rituals meet cutting-edge science.—
Christopher Elliott,
Forbes.com,
8 June 2025
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Meanwhile, smartphone users are advised to watch for signs that their own phones may have been compromised.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
9 June 2025
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Hollywood used the enormous Technicolor cameras — which required special color consultants to advise on cinematography, costumes, and sets — for its biggest productions, especially musicals, up until the mid-1950s, when the old Studio System started to crumble.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
9 June 2025
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But the next stage involves AIs which can perform specific actions, whether booking airline tickets or designing software, when instructed.—
Tom Chivers,
semafor.com,
5 June 2025
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An immigration attorney told ABC7 that individuals received a text instructing them to appear for a routine case review in the South Loop, only to be detained shortly after.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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“Enlighten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlighten. Accessed 17 Jun. 2025.
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