epiphany

noun
/ɪˈpɪfəni/

Meaning

A sudden realization or insight into the essence of something.
A moment of sudden revelation or insight.
A sudden important realization or new understanding.

Example Sentences

During meditation, she had an epiphany about her life purpose.

He had an epiphany about his true purpose in life.

He had an epiphany about his true purpose in life.

Example Expressions

have an epiphany

Synonyms

revelation, insight, realization, awakening, discovery, Revelation, Realization, Insight
Entry 1
revelation, insight, realization, awakening, discovery
Entry 2
Revelation, Realization, Insight
Entry 3
Revelation, Realization, Insight

Antonyms

confusion, ignorance, Confusion, Unawareness, Misconception
Entry 1
confusion, ignorance
Entry 2
Confusion, Unawareness, Misconception
Entry 3
Confusion, Unawareness, Misconception

Collocations

sudden epiphany, spiritual epiphany, personal epiphany, have an epiphany

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