illumination

Meanings

• verb

  The process of making something bright or clear.

• A work of art, such as a manuscript or painting, decorated with intricate designs or figures.

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Synonyms

lumination

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with illumination
enlightenment , entertainment , misconception , exception

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Variants

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illumination , illuminations

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Etymology

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From the Latin word illuminare, meaning 'to make shine' or 'to light up'.

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Trivia

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1. Illuminated manuscripts were often created by teams of skilled artists, scribes, and illuminators.

2. The process of illuminating a manuscript could take several months to complete.

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Related Concepts

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1. enlightenment: A philosophical concept referring to the attainment of a state of complete understanding or insight.

2. illuminated manuscript: A manuscript decorated with intricate designs, illustrations, and calligraphy.

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Culture

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In literature and art, illumination often refers to the decoration of manuscripts and books with intricate designs, illustrations, and calligraphy. It was a common practice during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance.

How to Memorize "illumination"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a dark room being filled with light. Imagine how the room transforms as the light enters and illuminates every corner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'illumination' with 'enlightenment' or 'brightness'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the first letter of each definition: I Is for 'Illuminating' and M Is for 'Manuscript'.

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