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enlightened

The correct spelling is enlightened.

How to pronounce enlightened

/ənˈlaɪtn̩d/
verb

IPA: /ənˈlaɪtn̩d/

Say it like: Enl-ite-ned

The correct spelling is enlightened. To supply with light. For example: "The sun enlightens the Earth."

Usage Examples

The sun enlightens the Earth.

An enlightened mind does not need external authority.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To supply with light.
  2. 2.To make something clear to (someone); to give knowledge or understanding to.

noun

  1. 1.Someone who has been introduced to the mysteries of some activity, religion especially Buddhism

adjective

  1. 1.Educated or informed
  2. 2.Made aware of something
  3. 3.Freed from illusion
  4. 4.Exceedingly wise

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