illumination

Definition

The act of illuminating, or supplying with light; the state of being illuminated.

Etymology

Borrowed from Middle French illumination, from Late Latin illuminatio, from Latin illumino. Equivalent to illuminate + -ion.

Example Sentences

• "The room was filled with soft illumination from the candles."
• "Streetlights provide illumination at night."
• "The philosopher’s work gave intellectual illumination to many."