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Meaning of Illuminate
to make something brighter and more visible, or to help someone understand something
Definitions
- To make something brighter and more visible, typically by shining light on it
- * To help someone understand something, typically by explaining or interpreting it
Etymology of Illuminate
The word "illuminate" comes from the Latin "illuminare", which is a combination of "in-" (meaning "on" or "upon") and "lumen" (meaning "light")
Historically, the word has been used to describe both physical and metaphorical light, and has evolved to encompass a range of meanings related to understanding and comprehension
Example Uses
- The city's new lighting system will illuminate the streets at night
- * The professor's explanation helped to illuminate the complex concept for her students