LEARNit Dictionary
illuminate
verb
/ɪˈluːmɪneɪt/
UK
/ɪˈluːmɪneɪt/
US
1
to shine light on something
روشن کردن, نور افکندن, تابیدن بر, نور تاباندن, نورافشانی کردن
2
to make something clearer or easier to understand
روشن کردن, روشنسازی کردن, وضوح بخشیدن, واضح کردن
This text illuminates the philosopher's early thinking.
synonym
clarify
3
to decorate a street, building, etc. with bright lights for a special occasion
چراغان کردن, تزیین کردن با نور
4
to make a person’s face, etc. seem bright and excited
روشن کردن, نورانی کردن
Her smile illuminated her entire being.
synonym
light up(2)