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epiphanic

adjective/ˌɛpɪˈfænɪk/

definition

relating to or marked by a sudden and profound realization or insight

example

After years of struggling with his career choices, he finally had an epiphanic moment that clarified his true passions and direction in life.

synonyms
revelatoryinsightfulenlightening
word origin — The word 'epiphanic' derives from the Greek 'epiphaneia', meaning 'manifestation' or 'appearance'.

Word Ultra — Set 201

Set 201 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: epiphanic, numinous, lachrymose, peripteral, esquamulose. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

  1. epiphanic · adjective/ˌɛpɪˈfænɪk/

    relating to or marked by a sudden and profound realization or insight

    After years of struggling with his career choices, he finally had an epiphanic moment that clarified his true passions and direction in life.

    Synonyms: revelatory, insightful, enlightening

    Origin: The word 'epiphanic' derives from the Greek 'epiphaneia', meaning 'manifestation' or 'appearance'.

  2. numinous · adjective/ˈnumɪnəs/

    having a strong religious or spiritual quality indicating or suggesting the presence of a divinity

    The ancient temple had a numinous presence that captivated all who entered, making them feel a deep connection to the divine.

    Synonyms: spiritual, divine, sacred

    Origin: from Latin 'numinōsus', from 'numen' meaning 'divine power, deity'

  3. lachrymose · adjective/ˈlækrɪmoʊs/

    tearful or given to weeping

    The film was so lachrymose that I found myself reaching for tissues within the first ten minutes.

    Synonyms: tearful,sorrowful,mournful

    Origin: from Latin 'lachrymōsus', meaning 'full of tears' or 'tearful'

  4. peripteral · adjective/ˈpɛrɪpˌtɛrəl/

    having a single row of columns on all sides

    The ancient temple was remarkably peripteral, featuring a stunning row of columns that encircled the entire structure.

    Synonyms: colonnaded, porticoed, colonnaded

    Origin: from Greek 'peripteros', meaning 'surrounded by columns', from 'peri-' meaning 'around' and 'pteros' meaning 'winged' or 'having wings'

  5. esquamulose · adjective/ˌɛskwəˈmjuːloʊs/

    having or covered with small scales

    The esquamulose surface of the ancient fish fossils revealed intricate patterns that scientists found fascinating.

    Synonyms: scaly, scabrous, scaled

    Origin: from Latin 'esquamulosus', from 'squama' meaning 'scale' and the suffix '-ose' indicating possession or being covered with.