English Synonym Finder

illumination

Definitions

The lighting or light provided to a space or object.

Spiritual or intellectual enlightenment; the act of clarifying or explaining something.

The artistic decoration of manuscripts or books with gold, silver, or bright colors.

Examples

The soft illumination from the candles created a romantic atmosphere in the dining room.

The scientist's discovery provided a new illumination of the complex biological process.

Synonyms

lighting radiance clarity enlightenment brilliance glow insight

Antonyms

darkness obscurity shadow dimness gloom confusion ignorance