How to Say "enlightened" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “enlightened” is “ilustrado” — B2 level.
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adjectiveB2formal
referring to a person or the historical era of the Enlightenment
Examples
Fue un gobernante ilustrado que apoyó las artes.
He was an enlightened ruler who supported the arts.
Eran personas ilustradas que buscaban el progreso social.
They were enlightened people who sought social progress.
El pensamiento ilustrado cambió la historia de Europa.
Enlightened thinking changed the history of Europe.
History Capitalization
When referring specifically to the 18th-century movement, you often see it capitalized as 'La Ilustración'.
Confusion with 'Educado'
Mistake: “Él es muy ilustrado, siempre dice gracias.”
Correction: Él es muy educado, siempre dice gracias.
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