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illumination

The correct spelling is illumination.

How to pronounce illumination

noun

Say it like: Ill-umi-nas-hon

The correct spelling is illumination. The act of illuminating, or supplying with light; the state of being illuminated.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The act of illuminating, or supplying with light; the state of being illuminated.
  2. 2.Festive decoration of houses or buildings with lights.
  3. 3.Adornment of books and manuscripts with colored illustrations. See illuminate (transitive verb).
  4. 4.Splendour; brightness.
  5. 5.Enlightening influence; inspiration.

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