epiphany

/ɛˈpɪf.ə.ni/noun

In Christian tradition, the revealing of the infant Jesus to the Magi, marked twelve days after Christmas.

Example sentence

“Her family always takes down the Christmas decorations after Epiphany.”

Lowercase, it means a sudden flash of insight: 'I had an epiphany'. That everyday sense grew out of the feast name.

Related words

epitomeA person or thing that perfectly represents a whole type or quality.epidemicAn outbreak of disease that spreads rapidly and affects large numbers of people at the same time.epitomizeTo serve as the ideal example of a particular quality or kind of thing.ephemeralExisting only briefly; quickly passing away.equanimityCalmness and evenness of mind, especially when under pressure.envyA bitter longing for what someone else has, whether possessions, success, or qualities.