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
Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Best Things to Do The Grandin Theatre Showing new and classic movies, The Grandin Theatre anchors the historic Grandin Village district with its dazzling art deco design and an illuminated marquee that transports visitors to the golden age of cinema.
—Julekha Dash, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Swiss menu options are also available in the lobby lounge, and a weekly DJ enlivens the mood at Onyx Bar (so-named for the illuminated surface that makes up the bar itself).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
At the rear, the three-claw LED lighting signature remains, joined by an illuminated PEUGEOT wordmark replacing the traditional lion badge.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
However, once the fault is detected, the airbag warning light will remain illuminated and a chime will sound during each ignition cycle, according to the report.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The illuminated dance floor, now iconic enough to wind up in the Smithsonian, was custom-built for roughly $15,000.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
Rounding things out are the 20 illuminated squares housed in the door sill guards, the seventh of which is lit red.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 22 May 2026
That will be the moment when its disk is exactly 50% illuminated.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 22 May 2026
Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The coarser shades of red and orange, illuminated by the setting sun on the western portals, color the side of the basilica that depicts Christ’s Passion.
—Joseph Wilson, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
And there was a true sense of spectacle as lights illuminated different parts of Sagrada Família at one point during the ceremony and drones formed an image of Gaudí in the sky beside it.
—Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 10 June 2026
According to Mauricio Cortés, the architect responsible, Gaudí had imagined a reflective cross that shone during the day and illuminated the skyline at night.
—CNN Money, 8 June 2026
As the sun set, the grounds glowed with scarlet lights that illuminated the red ottomans in the seating and lounge areas, creating an almost theatrical atmosphere.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
The Minneapolis skyline will be illuminated in purple on June 6, the evening before his birthday.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 4 June 2026
Keep in mind that an 82 percent illuminated waning gibbous moon will brighten the sky tonight, potentially interfering with fainter auroras.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
Palatial splendor merges with chalet coziness, particularly in the raclette and charcuterie-heavy Le Coin Savoyard restaurant (one of three in the hotel and four off-site) and in the salons, where sofas and traditional rugs are illuminated by chandeliers and dim sconces.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Adjective
Taking place at Del Mar Fairgrounds, this show will blend advanced drone choreography with the unforgettable music and iconic moments from the Harry Potter film series, featuring 1,200 illuminated drones soaring across the night sky.
—Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Best Things to Do The Grandin Theatre Showing new and classic movies, The Grandin Theatre anchors the historic Grandin Village district with its dazzling art deco design and an illuminated marquee that transports visitors to the golden age of cinema.
—Julekha Dash, Travel + Leisure, 6 June 2026
Swiss menu options are also available in the lobby lounge, and a weekly DJ enlivens the mood at Onyx Bar (so-named for the illuminated surface that makes up the bar itself).
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
At the rear, the three-claw LED lighting signature remains, joined by an illuminated PEUGEOT wordmark replacing the traditional lion badge.
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
However, once the fault is detected, the airbag warning light will remain illuminated and a chime will sound during each ignition cycle, according to the report.
—Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 29 May 2026
The illuminated dance floor, now iconic enough to wind up in the Smithsonian, was custom-built for roughly $15,000.
—Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
Rounding things out are the 20 illuminated squares housed in the door sill guards, the seventh of which is lit red.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 22 May 2026
That will be the moment when its disk is exactly 50% illuminated.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 22 May 2026
Verb
Approved by George Washington and first illuminated in 1791, the lighthouse predates Maine’s statehood and remains an active aid to navigation on the rocky coast of Maine.
—Usa Today Network, USA Today, 10 June 2026
The coarser shades of red and orange, illuminated by the setting sun on the western portals, color the side of the basilica that depicts Christ’s Passion.
—Joseph Wilson, Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
And there was a true sense of spectacle as lights illuminated different parts of Sagrada Família at one point during the ceremony and drones formed an image of Gaudí in the sky beside it.
—Claudio Lavanga, NBC news, 10 June 2026
According to Mauricio Cortés, the architect responsible, Gaudí had imagined a reflective cross that shone during the day and illuminated the skyline at night.
—CNN Money, 8 June 2026
As the sun set, the grounds glowed with scarlet lights that illuminated the red ottomans in the seating and lounge areas, creating an almost theatrical atmosphere.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 7 June 2026
The Minneapolis skyline will be illuminated in purple on June 6, the evening before his birthday.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 4 June 2026
Keep in mind that an 82 percent illuminated waning gibbous moon will brighten the sky tonight, potentially interfering with fainter auroras.
—Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 4 June 2026
Palatial splendor merges with chalet coziness, particularly in the raclette and charcuterie-heavy Le Coin Savoyard restaurant (one of three in the hotel and four off-site) and in the salons, where sofas and traditional rugs are illuminated by chandeliers and dim sconces.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illuminated
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To round it out, the Lobby Lounge is ideal for a light bite or a pre- or post-dinner aperitif.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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This mindset is perhaps best exemplified along the craggy Cornish coastline, where hundreds of miles of public trails have been thoughtfully preserved in a light-touch way.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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Fantastic, illumined by periodic excursions into surrealism, as when the crew of a mysterious UFO boards a transpacific Kahuna Airlines jet midflight.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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One of my favorites is Suzuki Beane (1961) written by Sandra Scoppettone and illustrated by Louise Fitzhugh, a parody of Eloise at the Plaza Hotel.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
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Gambling can also be a health risk, as illustrated through Sorsby receiving treatment for gambling addiction, and lead to financial problems for gamblers.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
9 June 2026
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The company also highlighted gains in financial analysis.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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The discussion also highlighted how the city does not own data that was collected by ShotSpotter's parent company, SoundThinking, prompting concern on how to properly evaluate the system.—
Victor Jacobo,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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This has resulted in these two states also having the most Black cowboys, LeBlanc says—like legendary Oklahoma cowboy Bass Reeves, who served as deputy marshal in Oklahoma Territory during the late 19th century, said to have inspired The Lone Ranger.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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To dream a bit, to get inspired by beauty, to take your mind off things helps.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
Adjective
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Ex-Arsenal player Héctor Bellerín wore bright pink on the Louis Vuitton catwalk in 2019, while Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga walked for Balenciaga in 2022.—
Sheena McKenzie,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Deneb is the brightest star in the constellation Cygnus the Swan.—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
7 June 2026
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Her comments followed my question comparing the current stage of preparation to a student's midterm examination, with the final test coming when the Olympic flame is lit in July 2028.—
Tim Genske,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Not far from the council’s offices someone lit a tire on fire, a move often employed by political parties as a sign of protest.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
4 June 2026
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The governor has previously explained that difficult decisions must be made as the state could soon face an economic downturn.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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The recent fire heavily damaged the structure, and a structural assessment found that what remains is not salvageable, DPR explained.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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“Illuminated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illuminated. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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