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as in informed
to give information to
the lecturer at the planetarium enlightened us about the latest astronomical discoveries
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as in inspired
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
many people around the world have been enlightened by the teachings of Gautama Buddha
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as in educated
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Recent Examples of enlightened
Gus Alexiou, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But Val is an enlightened practitioner of Eastern spirituality who used to be in shipping in Vladivostok.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025
Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
The central tenants seem really enlightened.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Sep. 2025
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Verb
Even for the more enlightened product managers out there, who see the business benefits and are motivated to create a rewarding experience for all users, accessibility endeavors still largely rely on separate expertise and software.
—Gus Alexiou, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
But Val is an enlightened practitioner of Eastern spirituality who used to be in shipping in Vladivostok.
—Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 2 Mar. 2025
Adjective
That really opened my eyes and enlightened me.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
The central tenants seem really enlightened.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 23 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlightened
Verb
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In a statement, a Bose McKinney & Evans spokesperson said the law firm was never informed that Cook had been disciplined or asked to resign by the city.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
13 Oct. 2025
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Prioritize your safety by staying informed and prepared.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
Mercury News,
13 Oct. 2025
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Parlow, a Los Angeles native and Yale-educated lawyer, previously served as the university’s law school dean and chief fundraiser.—
Hanna Kang,
Oc Register,
11 Oct. 2025
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His base appeared to be whiter, richer, and more educated than the city as a whole.—
Eric Lach,
New Yorker,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The Gauls had been described as barbarians by Julius Caesar and Livy, but now had become these Ur people, far more ancient and civilized than their ancient Roman detractors.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Oct. 2025
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Instead, Moon, high on ayahuasca, crashes a plane into their territory, effectively disappearing himself from civilized society.—
Maggie Doherty,
New Yorker,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Kline’s mother told police her daughter had been at the Roseville mall that afternoon.—
Nick Ferraro,
Twin Cities,
17 Oct. 2025
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In June, representatives for the county’s immigration hotline told the Alameda County For All committee about the limitations of the organization in responding to the rapidly changing needs of the county’s immigrants.—
Chase Hunter,
Mercury News,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Each version of the muscular coupe features a special livery inspired by its predecessor.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
13 Oct. 2025
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Williams’s husband, Alexis Ohanian, started Athlos after being inspired by the intensity and excitement around track and field events during the Olympics.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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As a result, the battery exhibits smoother lithium growth, enhanced safety, and significantly improved cycling stability.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Oct. 2025
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The enhanced tax credits meant families like the Galls qualified.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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If arrested, you should be advised of your Miranda rights.—
Jalen Williams,
Freep.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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To monitor lesser risk, residents are advised to sign up for county alert systems and to monitor agencies’ social media.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Oc Register,
13 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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But one scholar, Anthony Grafton, who about thirty years ago published Forgers and Critics, focused on how in the early modern period, there was this enormous flourishing not only of culture but also of liars.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
16 Oct. 2025
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The program features hits from the ’70s, such as The Beatles, Billy Joel, Elvis and The Carpenters, with modern twist.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Oct. 2025
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“Enlightened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enlightened. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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