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φωτίζω — meaning in English

fotizo

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English meaning

enlighten verb To give someone knowledge or understanding about something they didn't previously grasp.
light noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.

Senses

φωτίζω is used for these senses in English:

enlighten (transitive) To supply with light.
light (transitive) To set fire to; to set burning.

light — full definition

noun Brightness that lets people see, from the sun, a lamp, or fire.
noun A source of illumination, such as a lamp or bulb.
verb To set something burning.
verb To illuminate; to provide light for.
adj Not heavy; weighing little.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Related Greek words

διαφωτίζω φωτεινός ανοιχτός αχνός ελαφρύς ελαφρός αβαρής φως ανάβω