Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

illumine

verb
/ɪˈluː.mɪn/
Definition
to light up or clarify something; to provide light or understanding.
Examples
  • The teacher tried to illumine the complex topic for her students.
  • Stars illumine the night sky, creating a beautiful landscape.
  • The new evidence helped to illumine the mystery surrounding the case.
Meaning
To illuminate or bring to light; to make something clearer or more understandable.
Synonyms
  • light
  • illuminate
  • enlighten
  • clarify
  • expound