Verb

erlauchen

to deign, to grant graciously

Der Fürst erlauchte, den Bittsteller zu empfangen.

The prince deigned to receive the petitioner.

to deign ((to do sth.)) The prince deigned to receive the petitioner.

Synonyms: geruhen, sich herablassen

Related to 'leuchten' (to shine), suggesting a noble person 'shining' their grace upon someone. Archaic.

This is an old-fashioned word, used for royalty. Think of a king 'shining' his favor down on someone.

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