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enlightment

English

Noun

enlightment (usually uncountable, plural enlightments)

(rare) Alternative form of enlightenment

Usage notes

This form is rare enough that it may be considered a misspelling by some speakers.

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epiphany

English

Etymology

From Old French epyphanie, from Late Latin epiphania, from Ancient Greek ????????? (epipháneia, “manifestation, striking appearance”), from ???????? (epiphaín?, “I appear, display”), from ??? (epí, “upon”) + ????? (phaín?, “I shine, appear”). English Epiphany (of Christ) since the 14th century, generic use since the 17th century.

Pronunciation

IPA^(key): /??p?f.?.ni/, /??p?f.ni/, /??p?f.?.ni/

Noun

epiphany (plural epiphanies)

An illuminating realization or discovery, often resulting in a personal feeling of elation, awe, or wonder.
Synonyms: aha moment, enlightenment, nirvana, satori
A manifestation or appearance of a divine or superhuman being.
Synonym: theophany
(Christianity) Alternative letter-case form of Epiphany.

Related terms

(Christian celebration): Epiphany

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enlightment

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epiphany

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