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illuminate

The word “illuminate” has 4 syllables: il-lu-mi-nate.

It's pronounced as /ɪˈluːmɪˌneɪt/.

What is synonym and antonym for illuminate?

In the thesaurus, “illuminate” has 19 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for illuminate along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for illuminate

  • brighten
  • clarify
  • define
  • demonstrate
  • dramatize
  • educate
  • elucidate
  • emphasize
  • explain
  • feature
  • flash
  • highlight
  • illumine
  • illustrate
  • inspire
  • light
  • light up
  • spotlight
  • stress

Antonyms for illuminate

Meanings of illuminate

  • noun
    1. Someone thought to have an unusual degree of enlightenment.
  • verb
    1. To shine light on something.
    2. To decorate something with lights.
    3. To clarify or make something understandable.
    4. To decorate the page of a manuscript book with ornamental designs.
    5. To make spectacular.
    6. To glow; to light up.
    7. To be exposed to light.
    8. To direct a radar beam toward.
  • adjective
    1. Enlightened.

Example Sentences

  • The sun's rays illuminate the room, filling it with warmth and light.
  • A well-placed lamp can illuminate the darkest corners of a room.
  • His insightful words illuminate the complexity of the human condition.
  • The fireworks display at night illuminates the sky with bursts of color.
  • Scientific research aims to illuminate the mysteries of the universe.

On this page you'll find 33 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to illuminate, such as: be vague, blacken, brighten, clarify, confuse, cover, darken.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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