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
Aleys, at first, seems to be on a path toward personal enlightenment.
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Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
The monks practice and teach Vipassana meditation, an ancient Indian technique taught by the Buddha himself as core for attaining enlightenment.
—Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
Matcha soon spread through Zen monasteries, where it was believed to generate greater enlightenment than long hours of meditation.
—The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026
The line between enlightenment and narcissism is razor thin.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
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Los Angeles Times, 5 Feb. 2026
The monks practice and teach Vipassana meditation, an ancient Indian technique taught by the Buddha himself as core for attaining enlightenment.
—Deepa Bharath, Fortune, 11 Jan. 2026
Matcha soon spread through Zen monasteries, where it was believed to generate greater enlightenment than long hours of meditation.
—The Conversation, 7 Jan. 2026
The line between enlightenment and narcissism is razor thin.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlightenment
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For younger players like Anthony and Tolle, who began learning the challenge system while it was tested in the minor leagues, this spring training is simply a continuation of their education.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
22 Feb. 2026
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And [for] a kid that never really went to acting classes and never went to acting school or anything like that, that was my education.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Feb. 2026
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Once the elite athletes have been identified, they are helped to fulfil their potential in programs that utilize cutting edge knowledge, science and technology, including the functional use of psychology.—
Don Riddell,
CNN Money,
22 Feb. 2026
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Every mortgage review is based on rigorous reporting by our team of expert writers and editors with extensive knowledge of financial products.—
Kelsey Neubauer,
CNBC,
21 Feb. 2026
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And that talent earned him a scholarship to the University of Pittsburgh.—
Christopher DeRose,
CBS News,
21 Feb. 2026
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The brand, in partnership with BeyGood, awarded $500,000 to 25 cosmetology students and 25 salon owners in need in its first round and has since continued the scholarship program.—
Caché McClay,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Enlightenment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlightenment. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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