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illuminating
[ ih-loo-muh-ney-ting ]
illuminating
/ ɪˈluːmɪˌneɪtɪŋ /
adjective
- serving to inform or clarify; instructive
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Derived Forms
- ilˈlumiˌnatingly, adverb
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Other Words From
- nonil·lumi·nating adjective
- nonil·lumi·nating·ly adverb
- unil·lumi·nating adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of illuminating1
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Example Sentences
The deep truths resonated within my heart and soul, illuminating questions I had pondered over the years.
Yes, there are several, arguably illuminating revelations in the Chander-dog saga, but the endgame is the same.
The illuminating think tank was just another example of how PepsiCo continues to make sure its global reach counts.
On the easel sits a depiction of sun shining through trees, illuminating the grass below.
Charismatic superstars from the great Pelé to Beckenbauer to Maradona make illuminating anecdotal appearances.
It was critical, curious, more than a little unfeeling—and relentlessly illuminating.
The rising moon shone full and square into the ravine, illuminating every inch of the ascent.
A new light flashed suddenly over the affair with a swift, illuminating brilliance—and I knew I was a fool, an utter fool!
Success will often follow upon replying in an illuminating way to some chance 300question of the child.
It is as beautiful in its simplicity and illuminating quality as any of the subsequent time.
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