Associations to the word «Enlighten»

Wiktionary

ENLIGHTEN, verb. To supply with light; to illuminate; as, the sun enlightens the earth.
ENLIGHTEN, verb. To make clear to the intellect or conscience; to shed the light of truth and knowledge upon; to furnish with increase of knowledge; to instruct; as, to enlighten the mind or understanding.

Dictionary definition

ENLIGHTEN, verb. Make understand; "Can you enlighten me--I don't understand this proposal".
ENLIGHTEN, verb. Give spiritual insight to; in religion.
ENLIGHTEN, verb. Make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear; "Could you clarify these remarks?"; "Clear up the question of who is at fault".

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