How to Pronounce "benighted"

word

bɪˈnaɪtɪd

bih-NY-tid

bɪnˈaɪtɪd

bih-NY-tid

Definition

Lacking knowledge or education; also used to describe someone or something surrounded by darkness or ignorance.

American English

bɪˈnaɪtɪd

British English

bɪnˈaɪtɪd

bih-NY-tid

The village was benighted after the storm knocked out the power.

Many called the ancient tribe benighted because they did not know how to read or write.

He grew up in a benighted neighborhood with very few opportunities.

Travelers found themselves benighted on the mountain as night fell unexpectedly.