English / word
brighten
verb A1MEANING IN ENGLISH
to become or make more light or cheerful
to make something lighter or more colorful; to improve mood or make happier
In context
01
A warm smile can brighten someone's day.
02
Morning sunshine will brighten the room.
Synonyms
cheer,enhance,illuminate
Antonyms
dull,darken,depress
Collocations
brighten the room,brighten your mood,brighten a smile
Verb forms
Past: brightened · Past participle: brightened · -ing: brightening