epiphanic — relating to or having the nature of a sudden and striking realization or revelation
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to or having the nature of a sudden and striking realization or revelation
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɛpɪˈfænɪk/
Example Sentences
- During the boring meeting, John had an epiphanic moment about why his cat always knocks things off the table—pure entertainment.
- The novel's ending gave readers an epiphanic understanding of the protagonist's true motives.
- After eating spoiled kimchi, he had an epiphanic realization that he should always check expiration dates.
epiphanic
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɛpɪˈfænɪk/]
relating to or having the nature of a sudden and striking realization or revelation
A tired scientist stares at scattered notes when an epiphanic moment strikes at 3 AM.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'epiphaneia' meaning 'manifestation' or 'appearance', originally used for divine revelations.
Breakdown
epi- (upon, toward) + phain- (to show, appear) + -ic (adjective suffix)
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“During the boring meeting, John had an epiphanic moment about why his cat always knocks things off the table—pure entertainment.”
“The novel's ending gave readers an epiphanic understanding of the protagonist's true motives.”
“After eating spoiled kimchi, he had an epiphanic realization that he should always check expiration dates.”
“Her epiphanic vision during meditation changed the entire direction of her career.”
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