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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

illuminating

/ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪtɪŋ/ adjective · British & US
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What does illuminating mean?

adjective

Providing or serving to give light; making something clearer or easier to understand. Often used to describe a clear or insightful explanation.

Example

"The professor's illuminating comments on the text helped the students understand the complex concepts."

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