지적·도덕적 통찰을 얻거나 특정 주제에 대해 더 깊은 지식을 얻은 상태 혹은 과정
The state of having gained a greater understanding, insight, or knowledge about a particular subject.
예문:
"The workshop aims to provide enlightenment on sustainable living practices for local residents."
"The public looked to scientific experts for enlightenment regarding the new health regulations."
17-18세기 유럽에서 전통과 미신보다는 이성, 과학, 개인의 자유를 중시하며 일어난 지적·문화적 운동
A European intellectual movement of the late 17th and 18th centuries emphasizing reason and individualism over tradition.
예문:
"The Enlightenment era saw a fundamental shift toward empirical observation and human rights."
"Many modern political systems are rooted in the principles established during the Enlightenment."
불교 등에서 모든 번뇌와 무지에서 벗어나 궁극적인 진리를 깨닫는 경지
The attainment of ultimate spiritual knowledge or insight, particularly in Buddhism, which frees one from suffering.
예문:
"The monk spent decades in solitary meditation seeking spiritual enlightenment."
"In Zen Buddhism, satori refers to a sudden experience of enlightenment."