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enlightens

VERB

explain thoroughly; make aware

Synonyms

STRONGEST

acquaint advise civilize edify educate inform uplift

STRONG

apprise brief catechize convert counsel direct disclose divulge elucidate guide illume illuminate illumine imitate improve inculcate indoctrinate inspirit instruct persuade preach reveal save school teach tell train update

WEAK

cause to understand give faith give the lowdown give the word let in on open up put on to

Antonyms

STRONGEST

conceal deceive hide

STRONG

harm hurt keep learn listen misguide mislead neglect obscure secrete suppress

WEAK

be vague bewilder confound confuse delude puzzle

Example Sentences

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Unfortunately, however, the Netflix series obscures on this issue more than it enlightens.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2025

There's not a lot of focus on music that enlightens people, and that carries over to other products as well.

From Salon • Jun. 17, 2023

The deeply felt elegance of Dandridge’s rendition of “Send in the Clowns” enlightens, even if belatedly, Hayden’s Fredrik, who grows in gravitas and, therefore, appeal.

From Los Angeles Times • May 2, 2023

Poverty casts a dark shadow, while love enlightens the ambience.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 27, 2019

I will read further, searching until I find an explanation that enlightens me.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein