Illuminatus
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A British alternative metal band
- proper noun
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Illuminatus
- The lyrics of Illuminatus often address significant social issues and provoke thought.
Examples
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I was warned about it at least 20 years ago, when Bush Sr. (the New World Order's arch-Illuminatus) was president.
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The band Illuminatus is known for its heavy guitar riffs and political lyrics.
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Many fans of heavy metal enjoy the music of the band Illuminatus for its powerful sound.
Surface Forms
Illuminatus main
Etymology
Illuminatus as a band name comes from the Latin illuminare meaning 'to light up', so the name suggests an 'enlightened' person or force. Think of their music as trying to 'shine a light' on social issues with loud, powerful sound. So the name signals the band's wish to bring ideas into view.