illumined 1 of 2

adjective

as in illuminated
filled with much light illumined display windows in the street's many shops add much to the holiday glow

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illumined

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verb

past tense of illumine
1
as in lit
to supply with light small table lamps illumine the inn's dining room in a most romantic way

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2
as in educated
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding readers of great literature are both entertained and illumined

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Recent Examples of illumined
Verb
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, 9 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for illumined
  1. illuminated
  2. lit
  3. educated
  4. light
  5. brightened
  6. inspired
  7. bright
Adjective
  • The electronic sword is powered by a rechargeable USB-C port for both play and an illuminated shelf display.
    — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • In addition to the new tenants, Younger Partners has been making improvements to the district’s landscaping and the illuminated ring at the intersection of Crockett Street and Currie Street.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
Definition of illuminated
Verb
  • Practically every room is lit by floor-to-ceiling windows or wide, open glass doors.
    — Nielsen Dinwoodie, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • This almost iridescent highlighter is a great example of how to use shimmer for a lit-from-within, ethereal glow.
    — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 20 July 2026
Definition of lit
Verb
  • The researchers also found that the effects of air pollution on home prices were less acute in neighborhoods where residents were more highly educated and better able to adapt.
    — Daryl Fairweather, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Kansas City is pretty educated compared to most of the cities in the United States, according to a new study.
    — Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 16 July 2026
Definition of educated
Adjective
  • In a video shared to Instagram on Thursday, July 16, the actress, 47, fluffs her new light blonde locks before making a heart with her hands.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026
  • Moths prefer pale and light-colored flowers because these blossoms reflect moonlight much better and are easier for moths to find in the dark.
    — Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 21 July 2026
Definition of light
Verb
  • Much of the route ran beside a long wall covered in street art, which brightened the otherwise industrial surroundings.
    — David Nikel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Here, the menu runs from light ricotta ravioli brightened with lemon to a suckling pig dressed with achiote, sweet potatoes, and marjoram.
    — Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026
Definition of brightened
Verb
  • Redelinghuys said Umzi’s executive Chef Mensah Thompson is excited to bring South African cuisine and menu items inspired from other African countries.
    — Fousia Abdullahi, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
  • The Larchmont restaurant is named for Rosenthal’s parents and has earned raves — and inspired long lines — for its comfort food and warm atmosphere.
    — Brent Lang, Variety, 24 July 2026
Definition of inspired
Adjective
  • The resulting cocktail is viscerally refreshing, juicy, and bright, but also deeply flavored and complex.
    — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 18 July 2026
  • The fragrance opens with bright neroli and sunny marigold before settling into warm cedarwood, creating a scent that feels fresh, warm, and effortlessly sophisticated.
    — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 July 2026
Definition of bright

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