epiphany
|e/piph/a/ny|
/ɪˈpɪfəni/
sudden realization
Etymology
'epiphany' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'epiphaneia,' where 'epi-' meant 'upon' and 'phainein' meant 'to show.'
'epiphaneia' transformed into the Latin word 'epiphania,' and eventually became the modern English word 'epiphany' through Old French.
Initially, it meant 'manifestation or appearance,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'sudden insight or realization.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a sudden, intuitive perception of or insight into the reality or essential meaning of something, often initiated by some simple, homely, or commonplace occurrence or experience.
She had an epiphany about her career path while on vacation.
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