Meaning & Definition of word "Illuminating"
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Illuminating
/ɪˈluː.mə.neɪ.tɪŋ/
verb:
- 1. present participle of illuminate; to light up or make clear.
- Example: The artist is illuminating the canvas with vibrant colors.
adjective:
- 1. providing light; brightening.
- Example: The illuminating street lamps made the neighborhood feel safer at night.
- 2. clarifying or enlightening; providing insight or understanding.
- Example: The professor gave an illuminating lecture on the complexities of human behavior.
- 3. serving to educate or inform.
- Example: The documentary was illuminating, showcasing the struggles of climate change in vivid detail.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin 'illuminare', meaning 'to light up'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
light bulb moment:
a sudden realization or insight
shed light on:
to clarify or explain something
illuminate the issue:
to make a problem or subject clearer
Related Words
illuminate:
to light up or make clear
illumination:
the act of lighting up or the state of being lit
luminary:
a person who inspires or influences others in a particular field
Slang Meanings of illuminating
Meaning: mind-blowing
Example Sentence: That explanation was mind-blowing, totally illuminating!
Meaning: light bulb idea
Example Sentence: When she spoke, I had a light bulb idea that was truly illuminating.