Synonyms for
Enlightened
Definition
To have knowledge or understanding of something, especially something difficult or complicated.
Synonyms & similar words
initiate
sortout
enlighten
clearup
crystalise
crystalize
straightenout
educated
uninitiate
unenlightened
crystallise
clear
irradiate
edify
illuminate
elucidate
shedlighton
crystallize
educated
informed
knowledgeable
wise
sophisticated
cultured
refined
enriched
illuminated
insightful
perceptive
aware
perceived
comprehending
intelligent
discerning
judicious
sage
astute
shrewd
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- enlightened despot
- enlightened self-interest
- enlightened approach
- enlightened perspective
- enlightened society
- enlightened thinking
- enlightened view
Word family
Usage note
Often used to describe a person or society that has achieved a high level of understanding or wisdom, particularly in contrast to a previous state of ignorance or superstition.
Example sentences
- She was enlightened on the topic after reading the book.
- The enlightened monk taught the students about mindfulness.
- The company's enlightened policies were praised by their employees.
- The professor's enlightened perspective on the issue was well-received by her colleagues.
- The artist's work was praised for its enlightened themes.
Quotes
'The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.' - Dr. Seuss
'Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.' - Socrates
'The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance, it is the illusion of knowledge.' - Stephen Hawking