epiphany
Pronunciation: /ɪˈpɪfəni/
The English word “epiphany” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- An illuminating realization or discovery, often resulting in a personal feeling of elation, awe, or wonder.
- A manifestation or appearance of a divine or superhuman being.
Etymology
From Middle English epiphanie, from Old French epyphanie, from Late Latin epiphania, from Ancient Greek ἐπιφάνεια (epipháneia, “manifestation, striking appearance”), from ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō, “I appear, display”), from ἐπι- (epi-, “upon”) + φαίνω (phaínō, “I shine, appear”). English Epiphany (of Christ) since the 14th century, generic use since the 17th century.
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