illumination
6 synonyms and 1 antonym for illumination, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Light, or the act of providing light.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use illumination
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
festive illumination
moment of illumination
Etymology
From Latin illuminatio, from illuminare, "to light up."
Full origin of illumination →Frequently asked questions
What does “illumination” mean?
The word “illumination” means light, or the act of providing light. In plain terms, light itself, or figuratively, a flash of understanding.
How do you pronounce “illumination”?
“Illumination” is pronounced ih-loo-mih-NAY-shuhn (/ɪˌlumɪˈneɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “illumination” in a sentence?
Here is “illumination” used in a sentence: “The stage lighting provided dramatic illumination during the final scene.”
What is another word for “illumination”?
Words with a similar meaning to “illumination” include lumination.
What part of speech is “illumination”?
“Illumination” is a noun.
Where does the word “illumination” come from?
The word “illumination” comes from Latin. From Latin illuminatio, from illuminare, "to light up.".
Is “illumination” a common word?
“Illumination” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “illumination” have?
“Illumination” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: light, or the act of providing light.
