1
as in illuminates
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 educates
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
readers of great literature are both entertained and illumined
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This philosophy illuminates why Vaz’s long-term goals are focused on professional success and meaningful community impact.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
6 Mar. 2025 -
Young’s work now illuminates marginalized histories, like his 2024 Lost Tribes of Florida suits in royal purple.—
Harriet Shepherd,
Vogue,
5 Mar. 2025
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The moon’s connection to Mercury inspires trust.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
10 Mar. 2025
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Passion changes minds and inspires action.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Whether in the months when the sun bathes our skin or now, in the middle of the Christmas season, this shoe design brightens up any outfit—and the actor's latest effortless look is the best example to prove it.—
María Munsuri,
Glamour,
24 Dec. 2024
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Oklahoma The Bricktown Christmas Tree brightens up this Oklahoma City area.—
Michele Herrmann,
Forbes,
22 Dec. 2024
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“Illumines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/illumines. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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