the act of enlightening.

the state of being enlightened

to live in spiritual enlightenment.

( usually initial capital letter ) Buddhism, Hinduism . prajna.

the Enlightenment, a philosophical movement of the 18th century, characterized by belief in the power of human reason and by innovations in political, religious, and educational doctrine.

noun

bewilderment , confusion , ignorance , puzzlement

noun

broad-mindedness , civilization , comprehension , cultivation , culture , edification , education , information , insight , instruction , knowledge , learning , literacy , open-mindedness , refinement , sophistication , teaching , wisdom , awareness , bodhi , illumination , nirvana , revelation , truth , understanding