enlightenment

enlightenment

noun

The word "enlightenment" generally refers to gaining knowledge, understanding, or insight, especially in a deep or spiritual way. It can also refer to a state of being free from ignorance or prejudice.

 

Example

  1. After years of meditation, the monk finally achieved enlightenment.
  2. The Enlightenment was a period of intellectual and philosophical change that swept across Europe in the 18th century.
  3. With the help of the teacher's explanation, the student finally came to an enlightenment about the difficult concept.