Enlightenment ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Enlightenment ( noun )

1. The state of being intellectually and spiritually illuminated.
2. The act of enlightening or the state of being enlightened.
3. A movement in the 18th century that emphasized the use of reason and individualism instead of tradition.

Origin:

From the old french enlumineure, from enluminer (to light up, to illuminate).

Examples:

1. The scientist's enlightenment came when he finally understood the theory.
2. Enlightenment is the key to understanding the world around us.
3. The philosopher's enlightenment led him to question the nature of reality.
4. The 18th century saw an enlightenment of the Western world.
5. The path to enlightenment is a lifelong journey.

(As a verb)

Enlightenment ( verb )

1. The state of being intellectually and spiritually illuminated.
2. The act of enlightening or the state of being enlightened.
3. A movement in the 18th century that emphasized the use of reason and individualism instead of tradition.

Origin:

From the old french enlumineure, from enluminer (to light up, to illuminate).

Examples:

1. The scientist's enlightenment came when he finally understood the theory.
2. Enlightenment is the key to understanding the world around us.
3. The philosopher's enlightenment led him to question the nature of reality.
4. The 18th century saw an enlightenment of the Western world.
5. The path to enlightenment is a lifelong journey.