as in education
the process by which one gains a greater understanding of something
The teacher's supplementary notes did provide some enlightenment on the difficult material. Those seeking enlightenment on Eastern philosophy should sign up for the class.
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Recent Examples of enlightenment
Edible enlightenment from our eatery experts and colleagues Monie Begley, Richard Nalley and Randall Lane, as well as brothers Bob, Kip and Tim.
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Steve Forbes, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
At the heart of this story is a battle between Western enlightenment and obscurantism.
—Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2010
Leverage that to drive enlightenment and alignment across commercial, design, finance, procurement and supply chain teams.
—Steve Flagg, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
He then gets kicked out of heaven before repenting and slowly redeems himself, eventually leveling up through constant battles to achieve enlightenment and become a Buddha himself.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 4 Sep. 2024
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Steve Forbes, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
At the heart of this story is a battle between Western enlightenment and obscurantism.
—Foreign Affairs, 19 Aug. 2010
Leverage that to drive enlightenment and alignment across commercial, design, finance, procurement and supply chain teams.
—Steve Flagg, Forbes, 4 Sep. 2024
He then gets kicked out of heaven before repenting and slowly redeems himself, eventually leveling up through constant battles to achieve enlightenment and become a Buddha himself.
—Aja Romano, Vox, 4 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for enlightenment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlightenment
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The user's photo accompanying the account was one of Mangione, and a description on their page referenced Mangione's education at the University of Pennsylvania, as well as his age.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Offering property tax assistance through education about exemptions or short-term loans.Naheed Rajwani-Dharsi, Axios, 9 Dec. 2024
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There are sizeable periods of matches where opponents can defend in a compact shape, safe in the knowledge that United attacks can eventually fizzle out of their own accord.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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The world's largest retailer is leading a funding round of more than $300 million alongside investment firm Ribbit Capital, according to people with knowledge of the matter.Sridhar Natarajanand Jaewon Kang Bloomberg News (WPNS), arkansasonline.com, 13 Dec. 2024
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However, the gap in knowledge about available scholarship opportunities remains a significant challenge.Ethan Cloud, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Wisconsin is now set to have four scholarship quarterbacks on the roster this spring for new offensive coordinator Jeff Grimes: Edwards, O’Neil, redshirt freshman Mabrey Mettauer and incoming true freshman early enrollee Carter Smith.Jesse Temple, The Athletic, 17 Dec. 2024
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“Enlightenment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlightenment. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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