enlighten
verb (used with object)
to give intellectual or spiritual light to; instruct; impart knowledge to.
is enlightening
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present progressiveof enlighten (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Nonetheless, Mr. Loconte’s approach in “The War for Middle-earth” is enlightening.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 22, 2026
“They take this really beautiful road trip across the country and it is enlightening on so many levels,” Yutani said.
From Washington Times ● Dec. 6, 2023
Alongside that portrait, like a running commentary on Chau’s mind-set and the consequences awaiting him, is enlightening testimony from those who’ve been there.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2023
It is enlightening to set these gripes against the justice’s own jurisprudence to understand his idiosyncratic view of civil liberties.
From Slate ● May 22, 2023
Christ's truth is enlightening man's ignorance, but his tears, falling upon our earth, are washing away man's sin and woe.
From The Investment of Influence A Study of Social Sympathy and Service by Newell Dwight Hillis
