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enlighten

verb

make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear

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Word length
9
Starts with
E
Ends with
N
Contains
NL
Scrabble score
13

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Pronunciation

ɪnˈlaɪtən

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verb

  1. make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear

    “Could you clarify these remarks?”

verb

  1. give spiritual insight to; in religion

verb

  1. make understand

    “Can you enlighten me — I don't understand this proposal?”

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Example Sentences

Could you clarify these remarks?
Clear up the question of who is at fault
Can you enlighten me — I don't understand this proposal?

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