Synonyms for Enlighten (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (make understand):
edify
WordNet sense 2 (give spiritual insight to; in religion):
irradiate
WordNet sense 3 (make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear):
clear, crystallize, elucidate, illuminate, crystalise, crystalize, crystallise, clear up, straighten out, shed light on, sort out
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