Definition of illuminate

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  • illuminate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 12
  • illuminate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 12
  • illuminate is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 17

Definition of illuminate

  • make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. clear
    2. clear up
    3. crystalise
    4. crystalize
    5. crystallise
    6. crystallize
    7. elucidate
    8. enlighten
    9. shed light on
    10. sort out
    11. straighten out
  • make lighter or brighter (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. illume
    2. illumine
    3. light
    4. light up
  • add embellishments and paintings to (medieval manuscripts) (verb)

See definition of illuminate in Merriam Webster