as in illumined
filled with much light
an intensely illuminated room is usually needed for producing live television shows
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as in lit
to supply with light
a floor lamp illuminates a living room rather nicely
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as in illustrated
to make plain or understandable
the museum's exhibit on the refraction of light really illuminated the subject for us
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as in pictorialized
to supplement with pictorial matter for the purpose of explanation or decoration
no one knows for sure the identity of the artist who illuminated that medieval manuscript so beautifully
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as in highlighted
to indicate the importance of by centering attention on
the results of the statewide testing illuminated the need to place more focus on instruction in math and science
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as in inspired
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
how man is illuminated by a higher spirit
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Recent Examples of illuminated
Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Between scenes, for instance, the illuminated proscenium blinks ominously, as if in code.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 29 Jan. 2026
The reveal took place in a studio in Glendale, California where Recon models with illuminated iconic seven-slot grilles, square backs and beefy tires were set amid ponds, dunes and hills, striking poses to show off its capability.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The Canon image sensor is a back-illuminated 45-megapixel full-frame flavor, the same category as pro cameras like the Canon EOS R5 II.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
That means a silver sliver of the moon will be visible, with most of its illuminated half facing away from Earth, NASA explains.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The city has designated blue light lots as free parking areas for residents during citywide snow parking bans, indicated by illuminated blue lights on traffic signals.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2026
This famous illuminated manuscript is a 1,200-year-old version of the four gospels, elaborately inked and meticulously illustrated by faithful monks, who went to great lengths in creating the 680-page book.
—Rick Steves, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Airport crews began removing the 15 illuminated pylons from the entrance of Los Angeles International Airport last week as part of a plan to ease traffic congestion ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
Then, the camera turns to Iris, her face illuminated by the embers.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2026
Lensed once again by Italian photographic duo Luca and Alessandro Morelli, known as The Morelli Brothers, at a Los Angeles studio, Peltz Beckham is portrayed against a dusty pink backdrop illuminated by cinematic light donning Genny’s feminine designs for spring.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 29 Jan. 2026
The best passes occur shortly before dawn and after dusk, as the observer is in the dark while the space station is harshly illuminated in sunlight.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
Fireworks illuminated the pre-dawn sky, and then, characters waved us by.
—Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 26 Jan. 2026
Adjective
A good deal Pitching your restaurant to the masses these days usually involves social media, particularly Instagram and TikTok, where carefully constructed and perfectly illuminated images sell the product.
—Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2026
Between scenes, for instance, the illuminated proscenium blinks ominously, as if in code.
—Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 29 Jan. 2026
The reveal took place in a studio in Glendale, California where Recon models with illuminated iconic seven-slot grilles, square backs and beefy tires were set amid ponds, dunes and hills, striking poses to show off its capability.
—Scotty Reiss, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
The Canon image sensor is a back-illuminated 45-megapixel full-frame flavor, the same category as pro cameras like the Canon EOS R5 II.
—New Atlas, 26 Jan. 2026
That means a silver sliver of the moon will be visible, with most of its illuminated half facing away from Earth, NASA explains.
—Eric Lagatta, AZCentral.com, 23 Jan. 2026
The city has designated blue light lots as free parking areas for residents during citywide snow parking bans, indicated by illuminated blue lights on traffic signals.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 23 Jan. 2026
This famous illuminated manuscript is a 1,200-year-old version of the four gospels, elaborately inked and meticulously illustrated by faithful monks, who went to great lengths in creating the 680-page book.
—Rick Steves, Chicago Tribune, 20 Jan. 2026
Airport crews began removing the 15 illuminated pylons from the entrance of Los Angeles International Airport last week as part of a plan to ease traffic congestion ahead of the 2028 Summer Olympics.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
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Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 4 Feb. 2026
Then, the camera turns to Iris, her face illuminated by the embers.
—Carlos Aguilar, Variety, 31 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, deactivate all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 31 Jan. 2026
Lensed once again by Italian photographic duo Luca and Alessandro Morelli, known as The Morelli Brothers, at a Los Angeles studio, Peltz Beckham is portrayed against a dusty pink backdrop illuminated by cinematic light donning Genny’s feminine designs for spring.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 29 Jan. 2026
The best passes occur shortly before dawn and after dusk, as the observer is in the dark while the space station is harshly illuminated in sunlight.
—Anthony Wood, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Once stationary, turn off all lights except the hazard flashers, engage the emergency brake, and release the brake pedal to ensure your tail lights are not illuminated, reducing the risk of other drivers colliding with your stationary vehicle.
—Southern California Weather Report, Daily News, 27 Jan. 2026
Fireworks illuminated the pre-dawn sky, and then, characters waved us by.
—Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 26 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illuminated
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Arsenal still have fantastic depth — illustrated by the fact that senior internationals such as Christian Norgaard and Myles Lewis-Skelly have had to be left out of matchday squads.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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The exchange illustrated Halverson’s point about the dangers of people carrying and shooting guns on college campuses, and also carried the weight of the two men’s experiences handling guns.—
Seth Tupper,
States Newsroom,
3 Feb. 2026
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The study also highlighted some of the achievements attributed to overseas development aid over the last two decades.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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And without Morgan Rielly, multiple Leafs blueliners put up impressive defensive performances, highlighted by Brandon Carlo and Jake McCabe.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
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Not to be outdone by a property clearly inspired by George Lucas' space opera, LucasArts launched its own ambitious (and wildly successful) series of space sims.—
Alan Bradley,
Space.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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The designer painted the serpent mural that gave the residence its name, and the artwork directly inspired the necklace included in this package.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2026
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Silhouetted figures on the beach at dusk lit by an impromptu fire give the impression of a careless, youthful night.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
31 Jan. 2026
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Volkert said firefighters typically start to see an uptick in fires when winter first hits and the holiday season brings with it lighted decorations and more cooking.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
30 Jan. 2026
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With the new headquarters, Chan explained, Bonhams hope to widen their base of collectors through their larger exhibition space and programming around how to start or improve a collection across art, jewelry, antiquities, wine and other collectibles.—
Jacqui Palumbo,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Bryan Hoyos, the mill’s director of North American marketing, explained how HV100 utilizes variocut technology to create varying staples lengths of Tencel fiber.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
26 Jan. 2026
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This was also a point the party also emphasized internally to its members after the report was completed, as CBS reported.—
Claire Heddles,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2026
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Family reunification, therefore, functions as social infrastructure, filling gaps that markets and public systems do not, a role family scholars have emphasized.—
Sothy Eng,
The Conversation,
2 Feb. 2026
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Katharine was enrolled at the Misses Raysons’ School for girls on West 75th Street, a private school that educated its students all the way through high school.—
Natalia Sánchez Loayza,
Scientific American,
29 Jan. 2026
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Many are wealthier and more educated than longstanding Idaho residents, Lyons said.—
Sarah Cutler,
Idaho Statesman,
28 Jan. 2026
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The only other blemish was a lighter operating margin, resulting in a miss on operating income.—
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CNBC,
5 Feb. 2026
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This protection doesn’t cover everything, however; lighter species of gases — including water vapor — are constantly stripped away by the solar wind, and seen in Venus’s magnetotail.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Illuminated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illuminated. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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