26984 words

enlightened

4 definitions • 5 examples
1
showing understanding, acting in a positive way, and not following old-fashioned or false beliefs:

Examples:

The school has an enlightened policy of teaching boys to cook.
These days she's much more enlightened in her views on education.
2
knowing the truth about existence:

Examples:

Buddha was an enlightened being.
3
showing understanding and wisdom in dealing with others:

Examples:

This company is an enlightened and reasonable employer.
4
Enlightened also means open to new ideas and facts based on reason and science rather than following old, false beliefs:

Examples:

Every enlightened person rejects racism in all its forms.

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