plural of enlightener

One who, or that which, enlightens.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of enlighten

(Buddhism) Buddha

(politics, philosophy) The policies of an absolute monarch who is influenced by the ideals of the Enlightenment.

Synonym of benevolent tyrant

Synonym of enlightened absolutism

Synonym of benevolent tyranny

(history) A period of time ranging from part of the 17ᵗʰ century through much of the 18ᵗʰ century, characterized particularly by the importance of logic and reason.

plural of Counter-Enlightenment