Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

have an epiphany

Phrase

/hæv ən ɪˈpɪfəni/

Definition

To suddenly realize or understand something in a new and clear way.

Examples

After years of struggling with her career choice, she finally had an epiphany about her true passion for art.
Reading that book gave him an epiphany that changed the way he viewed his life.

Meaning

The phrase ‘have an epiphany’ refers to a moment of revelation or insight, where a person gains a deeper understanding or clarity about a particular subject or situation.