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brighten

Pronunciation: /ˈbɹaɪtən/

The English word “brighten” has 5 meanings listed here.

verb

  1. To make bright or brighter in color.
  2. To make illustrious, or more distinguished; to add luster or splendor to
  3. To make more cheerful and pleasant; to enliven
  4. To grow bright, or more bright in color; to clear up
  5. To become brighter or more cheerful in mood

Etymology

From bright + -en.

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