illuminate

/ɪˈluːmɪneɪt/; /ɪˈluːmeɪt/; /ɪˈlʊmeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to give light to (a place, object, etc.), or to make (something) clear and understandable

“The sun will illuminate the entire city tonight.”

2. verb

to provide information or insight about something

“The professor’s lecture will illuminate the complexities of quantum physics.”

3. noun

light, especially natural light

“The illuminate of the stage was provided by a combination of lights and mirrors.”

4. noun

a person or thing that provides light or insight

“The illuminate of the novel was the protagonist’s inner struggle.”

5. adjective

relating to or given off by light

“The illuminate colors of the painting were created using special pigments.”

Synonyms

  • brighten
  • clarify
  • enlighten

Antonyms

  • darken
  • obscure