1. decorative lights used for celebration or display
Usage: plural form
2. the action of lighting something or the state of being lit up
Usage: plural form
3. decorated letters or designs in medieval manuscripts
Usage: plural form; art history

Examples

• The city's holiday illuminations attracted thousands of visitors.
• The castle's illuminations made it visible from miles away.
• Medieval manuscripts featured beautiful illuminations in gold and bright colors.
• The scholar's illuminations on ancient philosophy changed how we understand the text.
• Street illuminations were installed for the festival.
• The book contained stunning illuminations from the 12th century.
• His spiritual illuminations came after years of meditation.