enlightenment

Definitions

The action of enlightening or the state of being enlightened.

A philosophical movement of the 18th century characterized by belief in the power of human reason and by innovations in political, religious, and educational doctrine.

In Buddhism, a final blessed state marked by the absence of desire or suffering and the attainment of ultimate wisdom.

Examples

The philosopher spent years traveling across the country in search of spiritual enlightenment.

Reading classic literature can provide profound enlightenment regarding the complexities of the human condition.

Synonyms

illumination insight wisdom awakening understanding education clarity

Antonyms

ignorance darkness bewilderment confusion oblivion unawareness obfuscation