enlightening
adjective
en·light·en·ing
in-ˈlīt-niŋ 
-ˈlī-tᵊn-iŋ,
en-
: providing or tending to provide knowledge, understanding, or insight
a very enlightening discussion
… he takes readers on enlightening excursions through the nature of Judaism, Hegelian philosophy, wherever his curiosity heads.—
George Johnson
George Johnson
enlighteningly
adverb
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Examples of enlightening in a Sentence
an enlightening pamphlet about the major changes that consumers can expect from their cable and Internet service providers
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—Jack Irvin, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2024
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Jack Irvin, Peoplemag, 6 Sep. 2024
With the enlightening Sun in your partnership sector, your companion may have an especially clear view of whatever is happening.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 20 May 2024
Full bar, including an enlightening selection of Mexican wines.
—Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 1 Aug. 2024
The exploration continued with an enlightening session on wellness intertwined with African astrology, offering profound insights into holistic health practices rooted in ancient wisdom.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 11 July 2024
See all Example Sentences for enlightening
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“Enlightening.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enlightening. Accessed 12 Sep. 2024.
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