Definitions

1. verb

to make someone understand or be aware of something, especially something important or difficult to understand

“The professor tried to enlighten his students about the importance of climate change.”

2. noun

the process of becoming aware or understanding something, especially something important or difficult to understand

“Her enlightenments about the history of her family were fascinating.”

3. transitive verb

to make something clear or easier to understand

“The new policy aimed to enlighten people about the importance of recycling.”

4. intransitive verb

to become aware or understand something

“She enlightened to the fact that her new boss was her former teacher.”