Word
epiphany
Meanings
A sudden, strong realization or insight that changes how you understand something.
An important moment of discovery or understanding in a story or personal experience.
Definition
An epiphany is a sudden, clear understanding of something important.
An epiphany is a moment when you suddenly understand something in a new and powerful way. It often feels like a “lightbulb moment” after confusion or doubt. People use it for personal realizations, creative insights, or solutions to problems.
Examples
- I had an epiphany in the shower and finally knew what to do.
- Her epiphany came when she reread the last email.
- The therapist helped him describe his epiphany clearly.
- That book gave me an epiphany about how I manage my time.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes use epiphany for any small idea; it usually means a major, sudden realization.
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