To become bright; to light up.
To cause (the eyes) to see.
To enlighten intellectually.
To cause (something) to glow or shine with light.
To enlighten (someone) spiritually; to induce (someone) to adopt, or believe in the truth of, a religion, religious tenet, etc.
To enlighten (someone) intellectually.
To decorate (a page of a manuscript book) with ornamental designs.
To shine light on (something).
To cause (a person or their face) to show enlightenment, happiness, etc.
Of a person or their face: to show enlightenment, happiness, etc.
to illuminate with limelight
A type of stage lighting once used in theatres and music halls, producing a bright light by the use of incandescent quicklime.
Attention, notice, a starring or central role, present fame.