epiphany
Translation
epiphany, sudden realization, revelation
Examples
I had an epiphany about my career path.
I had a sudden realization about my career path.
The novel describes the character's moment of epiphany.
The novel describes the character's moment of sudden insight.
Grammar Patterns
((an epiphany)) a sudden and striking realization I had an epiphany about my career path.
Similar Words
Synonyms: revelation, insight, realization
Etymology
From Greek 'epiphainein' meaning 'to manifest, display'. It's formed from 'epi-' (upon) + 'phainein' (to show).
Memory Tips
Think of a light bulb suddenly appearing above your head - an 'epi-phany' is a 'showing upon' you.