enlightening — giving you new information about something in a way that increases your understanding of it
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: giving you new information about something in a way that increases your understanding of it
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈlaɪtənɪŋ/
Korean meaning: 깨달음을 주는, 계몽적인, 유익한
Korean pronunciation: 인**라이**트닝
Example Sentences
- My boss's feedback was surprisingly enlightening - I finally understood why my coffee breaks were lasting 3 hours.
- The travel experience was enlightening and broadened my perspective.
- Reading customer reviews before buying was very enlightening - apparently the 'luxury' hotel had rats as roommates.
enlightening
ADJECTIVE//ɪnˈlaɪtənɪŋ//
giving you new information about something in a way that increases your understanding of it

an enthusiastic museum guide points to a massive dinosaur skeleton while explaining fascinating details to a group of visitors. She gestures animatedly at different bones while sharing amazing facts about how these creatures lived millions of years ago. The visitors' faces transform from casual interest to wide-eyed wonder as they learn surprising new information. Children and adults alike lean forward with growing excitement, their expressions showing genuine amazement at each revelation. A young boy's mouth drops open as he discovers how enormous these ancient creatures really were. people gaining new information that increases their understanding of the prehistoric world
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Lightning strikes, first frightening, then enlightening!
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18세기 계몽주의 시대에 널리 사용되기 시작한 단어로, '어둠 속에서 빛으로 인도한다'는 의미에서 '지식으로 무지를 밝힌다'는 뜻으로 발전했습니다.
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“My boss's feedback was surprisingly enlightening - I finally understood why my coffee breaks were lasting 3 hours.”
“The travel experience was enlightening and broadened my perspective.”
“Reading customer reviews before buying was very enlightening - apparently the 'luxury' hotel had rats as roommates.”
“The workshop provided enlightening insights into modern marketing strategies.”
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