Ilustrados (en. Illustrated)

/ilusˈtɾaðos/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Educated and cultured individuals who advocate for reason and knowledge.
The enlighteners of the 18th century promoted ideas of freedom and progress.
Los ilustrados del siglo XVIII promovieron ideas de libertad y progreso.
Members of an intellectual movement that sought social improvement through knowledge.
The enlighteners worked to eradicate ignorance in their societies.
Los ilustrados trabajaron para erradicar la ignorancia en sus sociedades.
People who contribute their knowledge to culture and science.
The enlightened philosophers inspired generations of thinkers.
Los filósofos ilustrados inspiraron a generaciones de pensadores.

Etymology

From Latin 'illustratus', meaning 'illustrious', 'famous', 'enlightened'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Illuminated and liberated
Refers to educated individuals who stand out compared to others.
ilustrados y librados
Enlightened and thinkers
Indicates those who contribute significant ideas and reflections in various disciplines.
ilustrados y pensadores

Related Words

Illustration
Cultural movement that promoted reason and knowledge in the 18th century.
ilustración
Reason
Ability to think, reflect, and understand.
razón
Culture
Set of knowledge, beliefs, and customs of a group.
cultura

Slang Meanings

Person who feels superior due to their education.
That guy is an enlightened one; he always boasts about his degrees.
Ese tipo es un ilustrado, siempre presume de sus títulos.
Someone who uses their knowledge to impress others.
Don't be so pompous; no one cares about your theories.
No seas tan ilustrado, a nadie le importa tus teorías.