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Definition of enlightening adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

enlightening

adjective
 
/ɪnˈlaɪtnɪŋ/
 
/ɪnˈlaɪtnɪŋ/
(formal)
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  1. giving information so that you can understand something better
    • It was a very enlightening interview.
    • A visit to her partner proved most enlightening.
    • Her comments were both enlightening and thought-provoking.
    • The research should be particularly enlightening about the way the virus is transmitted.

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