Illuminating

/ɪˈluːmɪneɪtɪŋ/ adjective, verb

Making something clear or easier to understand; shedding light on a subject or literally providing light.

From Latin 'illuminare' (to light up), combining 'in-' (in) and 'luminare' (to light, from 'lumen' meaning light). The metaphor of light revealing truth is ancient.

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