illumination

US /ɪˌluməˈneʃən/

UK /ɪˌlu:mɪˈneɪʃn/

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noun

  • The supply of light to an area
  • Sudden realization, often of a religious nature

other

  • The act of illuminating; the state of being illuminated; lighting.
  • Intellectual or spiritual enlightenment.