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Enlighten

Eh-NLY-tuhn

/ˌɛˈnlaɪtʌn/

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enlighten

Dictionary meaning

Make free from confusion or ambiguity.

Examples

  • Can you enlighten me--I don't understand this proposal.

Synonyms: clear

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