Illuminé (en. Illuminated)
/il.y.min.e/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Denotes something that emits light or is illuminated.
The room was perfectly illuminated by large windows.
La pièce était parfaitement illuminée par de grandes fenêtres.
Evokes a state of intellectual or spiritual awakening.
After his meditation, he felt enlightened by new ideas.
Après sa méditation, il se sentait illuminé par de nouvelles idées.
Refers to a person who has received a revelation or inspiration.
She believed she was illuminated by a muse during her painting session.
Elle se croyait illuminée par une muse lors de sa séance de peinture.
Etymology
From the verb 'to illuminate,' derived from the Latin 'illuminare,' meaning 'to light up.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
to illuminate a subject
To have a clear perspective or to bring clarity to a subject.
illuminer un sujet
to be enlightened
To be in possession of great inspiration or deep understanding.
être illuminé
a clarifying idea
An idea that brings a lot of clarity and understanding.
une idée éclairante
Related Words
illumination
Action of illuminating, state of being enlightened.
illumination
illuminator
A person or object that brings light.
illuminateur
to illuminate
Verb meaning to bring light or understanding.
illuminer
Slang Meanings
To have great inspiration or a moment of awakening.
Since he started doing yoga, he feels super enlightened.
Depuis qu'il fait du yoga, il se sent super illuminé.
To be under the influence of something that inspires you.
This movie really enlightened me; I see things differently now.
Ce film m'a vraiment illuminé, je vois les choses différemment maintenant.