brighten
verb/ˈbraɪtən/
Frequency rank: #10,047 most common English word
Meaning
to make or become lighter, more vivid, or more cheerful
Example sentence
She decided to paint the walls yellow to brighten the living room.
Synonyms & related words
- lighten
- illuminate
- liven
- enliven
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