Éclairées (en. Enlightened)

/e.kle.ʁe/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

adjective

Refers to something that is illuminated or made light.

The streets of the city are illuminated at night.

Les rues de la ville sont éclairées la nuit.

Refers to a person who has acquired understanding or knowledge.

These enlightened ideas are the result of long reflection.

Ces idées éclairées sont le fruit d'une longue réflexion.

Enlightened in the sense of being informed or educated.

This is a group of enlightened citizens who are committed to society.

Il s'agit d'un groupe de citoyens éclairés qui s'engagent pour la société.

From the verb 'éclairer', derived from the Latin 'illuminare'.

Enlightened mind

A mind that has reached a high level of understanding or wisdom.

esprit éclairé

Enlightened ideas

Ideas that result from deep reflection and analysis.

idées éclairées

Illuminate

To make light, to bring knowledge.

éclairer

Clarification

The action of clarifying or making clearer.

éclaircissement

Clarifying

Which makes clearer or more luminous.

éclaircissant

To have a clear vision of things.

Since he read that book, he feels much more enlightened.

Depuis qu'il a lu ce livre, il se senté beaucoup plus éclairé.

To be aware of the latest trends or information.

She is always up to date; she is a very enlightened person.

Elle est toujours à jour, c'est une personne très éclairée.