enlightened
UK/ɪn'laɪt(ə)nd/US/in'laitnd/
C2
Definitions
adj.
Having knowledge and a rational, open-minded outlook
开明的，有见识的
adj.
Spiritually awakened
觉悟的，开悟的
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedenlightento put into, to cause
+
-edlight, brightness; not heavy
=enlightened
Past participle of enlighten used as an adjective: someone into whom light (knowledge) has been brought — open-minded, free of prejudice; or spiritually awakened.
Common Collocations
- 1.an enlightened view开明的观点
- 2.enlightened leadership开明的领导
- 3.enlightened self-interest开明的利己（兼顾他人的自利）
Example Sentences
- 1.
She has a remarkably enlightened view of education.
- 2.
The company adopted an enlightened approach to parental leave.