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enlightening

adjective

UK/ɪnˈlaɪ.tᵊn.ɪŋ/
US/ɪnˈlaɪ.t̬ᵊn.ɪŋ/

Definitions of enlightening adjective

  1. Providing greater knowledge and understanding; illuminating or clarifying a subject.

    • The lecture was incredibly enlightening.

    • The book provided many enlightening insights into the complex subject.

    • The museum visit was quite enlightening, giving me a deeper understanding of the historical period.