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- Dictionaryillumination/ɪˌl(j)uːmɪˈneɪʃn/
noun
- 1. lighting or light: "higher levels of illumination are needed for reading" Similar Opposite
- 2. the art of illuminating a manuscript. Similar
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The meaning of ILLUMINATION is the action of illuminating or state of being illuminated. How to use illumination in a sentence.
noun. formal uk / ɪˌluː.mɪˈneɪ.ʃ ə n / us / ɪˌluː.məˈneɪ.ʃ ə n / Add to word list. [ C or U ] light: The only illumination was from a skylight. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. brightness that allows you to see. light Light streamed in through the window. brightness The brightness of the sun hurt his eyes.
noun. the act of illuminating or the state of being illuminated. a source of light. often plural a light or lights, esp coloured lights, used as decoration in streets, parks, etc. spiritual or intellectual enlightenment; insight or understanding. the act of making understood; clarification.
ILLUMINATION meaning: 1. light: 2. coloured decorative lights outside that make a town look bright and exciting at…. Learn more.
7 meanings: 1. the act of illuminating or the state of being illuminated 2. a source of light 3. mainly British a light or.... Click for more definitions.
Use the noun illumination to talk about light, like the illumination of the moon on the surface of a lake. Illumination can also refer to an understanding or a spiritual awareness, like when a mystery of your faith suddenly makes sense to you.
Definition of illumination noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
n. 1. a. The act of illuminating. b. The state of being illuminated. 2. A source of light. 3. Decorative lighting. 4. Spiritual or intellectual enlightenment. 5. Clarification; elucidation. 6. a. The art or act of decorating a text, page, or initial letter with ornamental designs, images, or lettering. b. An example of this art. 7.
ILLUMINATION meaning: 1 : light that comes into a room, that shines on something, etc.; 2 : knowledge or understanding.
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