How Do You Spell ILLUMINATION?

Pronunciation: [ɪlˌuːmɪnˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

The word "illumination" is spelled /ɪˌluːmɪˈneɪʃən/, with the stress falling on the second syllable. When broken down phonetically, the first syllable is pronounced with a short "i" sound, followed by a long "u" sound in the second syllable (as represented by the two dots above the "u"). The third syllable is pronounced with a short "i" sound, followed by a diphthong (two vowel sounds blended together) of "ay" and "uh", and finally the fourth syllable is pronounced with a short "sh" sound. The word is commonly used to refer to the act of supplying light, or to an enlightened or illuminated state of being.

ILLUMINATION Meaning and Definition

1. Illumination refers to the act or process of providing light or brightness to an object or space. It is the act of making something visible or bright by the use of artificial or natural light sources. The term can also refer to the state of being illuminated, which means being bathed in light or having a sufficient amount of light to enable clear perception.

   In a broader sense, illumination can have metaphorical connotations and be used to describe the act of shedding light on a subject or making something more comprehensible or understandable. It can denote the act of providing clarity, insight, or enlightenment to a person or situation, often resulting in a deeper understanding or revelation.

   In the context of religious or spiritual practices, illumination is often used to describe the state of attaining higher knowledge or spiritual enlightenment. It signifies a clarity of thought, deep awareness, or profound realization that grants one a deeper understanding of existence, truth, or divinity.

   From a technological perspective, illumination can refer to the brightness or intensity of light emitted from a source. It can also describe the process of using artificial lighting techniques, such as lamps or LEDs, to make objects or spaces more visible and appealing.

   Overall, illumination encompasses the concepts of light, brightness, enlightenment, and making something clear, visible, or comprehensible.

2. 1. The lighting up of a cavity or surface for diagnostic purposes; the lighting of the object under a microscope. 2. The amount of light thrown upon a body, especially upon the object being examined under a microscope.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. The act of supplying with light; the act of adorning, as with ornamented letters and pictures; a display of lights; inspiration.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for ILLUMINATION *

• ilumination 20%
• lillumination 13.3333333%
• lumination 13.3333333%
• iollumination 13.3333333%
• illimination 13.3333333%
• illumunation 13.3333333%
• elumination 13.3333333%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for ILLUMINATION

• ilimination
• illunimation
• columination
• ellimination
• allucination
• illumation
• illlumination
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• illumintion
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• illuminatizm
• illumiatism
• Illuminiation
• Illuminatiim
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Etymology of ILLUMINATION

The word "illumination" originates from the Latin word "illuminatio", which is derived from the verb "illumino" meaning "to light up" or "to illuminate". It can be further traced back to the roots "in" meaning "in" or "into", and "lumen" meaning "light". Hence, "illumination" refers to the act of providing light, enlightening, or illuminating something.

Similar spelling words for ILLUMINATION

• illuminate,
• illuminant,
• Iluminada,
• illuminated,
• illuminance,
• illuminating.