illume

/i'lju:m/

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Word: Illume

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To "illume" means to make something lighter or brighter, often by shining light on it.

Usage Instructions: You can use "illume" when you want to describe the action of providing light or making something more visible. It is often used in a poetic or literary context.

Example:

• "The full moon will illume the dark forest tonight." (This means that the light from the full moon will make the forest brighter.)

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "illume" can refer to enlightening someone or providing clarity on a subject, not just in a physical sense but also intellectually or spiritually.

Word Variants:

• Illumination (noun): The act of making something light or bright; also refers to the light itself.

  • Example: "The illumination from the chandelier filled the room."

• Illuminated (adjective): Something that is lit up or made bright.

  • Example: "The illuminated manuscript was beautiful."

Different Meanings:

While "illume" primarily refers to the act of providing light, it can also metaphorically refer to shedding light on a subject (making it clearer) or enlightening someone.

Synonyms:

• Light
• Brighten
• Illuminate
• Enlighten
• Clarify

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• Light up: This is a phrasal verb that can mean to illuminate physically or to become cheerful.

  • Example: "Her smile lights up the room."

• Bring to light: This idiom means to reveal or make something known.

  • Example: "The investigation brought to light new evidence."

Summary:

"Illume" is a verb that means to make something brighter or more visible, often used in a poetic sense. It can also refer to enlightening someone's understanding of a subject.

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Verb

1. make lighter or brighter
   • This lamp lightens the room a bit

Synonyms

• light
• illumine
• light up
• illuminate