CEFR B1

illumination

noun

Meaning

The action of supplying or brightening a space with light, or the state of being lit up.

Examples

The stage was bathed in bright illumination from the spotlights.
Candles provided a warm illumination for the romantic dinner.

Synonyms: light, brightness, radiance, luminosity

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illumination (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/

Definition

The action of supplying or brightening a space with light, or the state of being lit up.

Examples

The stage was bathed in bright illumination from the spotlights.
Candles provided a warm illumination for the romantic dinner.
Natural illumination from the windows made the room feel airy.

How to Use illumination

illumination of (prepositional phrase): The act of lighting up or explaining something. — "The illumination of the ancient ruins was spectacular."
illumination from (prepositional phrase): The source of light. — "The room received ample illumination from the large windows."

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