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
Like most red-blooded Americans, Fukuyama rejected the sour realist theory of international relations, which sees history not as a progression toward enlightenment and peace but as a cycle of conflict.
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Richard K. Betts, Foreign Affairs, 21 Oct. 2010
With each revolution, the camera enters a darkened space, filled with visual noise, before emerging back into the light near the dwelling’s door, as if to achieve a form of temporary enlightenment before losing it again.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 25 Dec. 2024
The driving forces of the moment are fixated less on enlightenment than on attacking, distorting and vanquishing.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
Faye has a perspective and style that is distinctly her own but offers insight and enlightenment that is appealingly universal.
—Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
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Richard K. Betts, Foreign Affairs, 21 Oct. 2010
With each revolution, the camera enters a darkened space, filled with visual noise, before emerging back into the light near the dwelling’s door, as if to achieve a form of temporary enlightenment before losing it again.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 25 Dec. 2024
The driving forces of the moment are fixated less on enlightenment than on attacking, distorting and vanquishing.
—Jeffrey Fleishman, Los Angeles Times, 18 Dec. 2024
Faye has a perspective and style that is distinctly her own but offers insight and enlightenment that is appealingly universal.
—Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for enlightenment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlightenment
Noun
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While money that students and families contribute to the account can be withdrawn, the city said the goal is for it to be put toward post-secondary education, such as college or a trade school.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2025
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Marcus Garvey and the History of Black History Livia Gershon February 12, 2023 Long before the concept of multicultural education emerged, the United Negro Improvement Association pushed for the teaching of Black history and culture.—
The Editors,
JSTOR Daily,
31 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Other research has found that clinicians’ lack of knowledge is partly to blame.—
Angela Haupt,
TIME,
24 Jan. 2025
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Coen has informed the Bucs of his intention to sign with Jacksonville, another person with knowledge of the decision told the AP.—
Mark Long,
Orlando Sentinel,
24 Jan. 2025
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Federal assistance to individuals will not be affected, according to the memo — so Social Security, Medicare, food stamps, student loans and scholarships will all be unaffected.—
Chris Sommerfeldt,
New York Daily News,
28 Jan. 2025
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Here’s how to apply before the deadline: Who is eligible for college scholarships?—
Hannah Poukish,
Sacramento Bee,
27 Jan. 2025
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“Enlightenment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlightenment. Accessed 4 Feb. 2025.
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