illumination

noun
UK: /ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/
US: /ɪˌluːməˈneɪʃən/

  1. The act of supplying with light or making brighter.

    1. The city's illumination makes it visible from space.
    2. Proper illumination can improve productivity in the workplace by reducing eye strain.

  2. Spiritual or intellectual enlightenment.

    1. She found illumination through meditation.
    2. The philosopher sought illumination on the meaning of life through rigorous study.

  3. Decoration of manuscript pages with gold, silver, or colored designs.

    1. The manuscript's illumination is incredibly detailed.
    2. Medieval monks were skilled in the art of manuscript illumination, creating beautiful works.

Synonyms

lighting brightness enlightenment illustration

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "illumination" in English means: The act of supplying with light or making brighter., Spiritual or intellectual enlightenment., Decoration of manuscript pages with gold, silver, or colored designs..

The phonetic transcription of "illumination" is /ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/ in British English and /ɪˌluːməˈneɪʃən/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "illumination": lighting, brightness, enlightenment, illustration.

Example usage of "illumination": "The city's illumination makes it visible from space.". More examples on the page.