enlighten – to explain something clearly to someone so they understand
(Pronounced en-lye-tuhn)
To remember the definition of the word enlighten, use the following mnemonic:
On entering, a light came on at the end (enlighten) of the corridor, showing a clear explanation of what to do next.
Examples of enlighten in a sentence
Could someone please enlighten me on what can help people lose weight?
The article was written to inform and enlighten readers on the dangers of drugs.
The teacher’s job was to enlighten her students on the various subjects.
