(with an object) To provide a listener or reader with information
“The sign ahead says how much further we have to travel.”
Opposite of to cause to be bewildered
“Learning about his background would enlighten me as to why he thought the way he did.”
Opposite of to make something more complex
“Removing the superfluous data in this report will simplify the facts.”
Opposite of to mistake something for something else
“Admittedly, it was rather hard sometimes to distinguish between Scooby Doo and Marmaduke.”
Opposite of to throw into a state of distress marked by confusion
“Homer was initially upset at his tiny plate at the seafood buffet, but grabbing the entire steam tray would buoy him.”
Opposite of to throw into disorder
“Our documents are currently in a mess and we need to arrange them to restore some organization into our filing system.”
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