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brighten

The word “brighten” has 2 syllables: bright-en

It's pronounced as /ˈbraɪtən/

What is synonym and antonym for brighten?

In the thesaurus, “brighten” has 12 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for brighten along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for brighten

Antonyms for brighten

Meanings of brighten

  • 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.
    6. To make acute or witty; to enliven.

Example Sentences

  • A smile can brighten someone’s entire day.
  • Fresh flowers always brighten the room.
  • Her eyes seemed to brighten when she heard the good news.
  • The sunrise will brighten the sky with warm colors.
  • He tried to brighten the mood with a funny story.

On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to brighten, such as: beam, brood, buck up, darken, despair, despond, encourage.

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