Definitions for enlighten

enlighten en·light·en

Spelling: [en-lahyt-n]
IPA: /ɛnˈlaɪt n/

Enlighten is a 9 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 13 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 16 points.

You can make 219 anagrams from letters in enlighten (eeghilnnt).

Definitions for enlighten

verb (used with object)

  1. to give intellectual or spiritual light to; instruct; impart knowledge to:
  2. Archaic. to shed light upon.

Origin of enlighten

First recorded in 1350-1400, enlighten is from the Middle English word enli(g)htenen. See en-1, lighten1

Examples for enlighten

On this point he found an opportunity to enlighten me before taking his seat.

I have no doubt, gentlemen, that you will think harshly of me because I did not enlighten the Vicomte.

Wheatstone by his knowledge of Ohm's law and the electro-magnet was probably able to enlighten him.

Creator Rod Serling was compelled by the need “not to just entertain but to enlighten.”

I must enlighten the Keeper of the Seals and the judges at Toulouse concerning my identity.

There is a way to examine modern dating habits that could both entertain and enlighten.

You seem learned in the law, young farmer; enlighten us, pray.

Maybe some of you Brits who followed me over from the dear old Graun could enlighten.

With Sinclair as our non-judgmental guide, we see that these revelations are not meant to shock us but, perhaps, enlighten us.

They're supposed to give audiences hope and enlighten them while promoting positive emotions.

Word Value for enlighten
Scrable

13

Words with friends

16

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