- past tense form of illuminate.
- past participle of illuminate.
illuminated
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Adjusting which fin receives light and how frequently it is illuminated allows the team to control both its speed and direction.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 23, 2026
As the rocket climbed above Earth carrying a Dragon spacecraft, sunlight illuminated its expanding exhaust plumes, creating an enormous glowing shape that resembled a jellyfish.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2026
Elsewhere, King Gillette Ranch’s “Night of the Jack” is a milelong trail filled with pumpkin delights and illuminated installations.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026
The panel is filled with illuminated diamond shapes, a longstanding motif in the company’s designs.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026
A sudden blue flash illuminated the seating area for a second as the fly zapper on the ceiling took out a bug.
From "City of the Plague God" by Sarwat Chadda
Random Word
Spin the wheel and learn a new word!
Get a word
