Pronunciation

/braɪt(ə)n/

Definitions

• Verb: (v) To make something appear brighter or more illuminated; to lighten the appearance of. For example: “The sun brightened the room with its warm glow.”
• Adjective: (adj) Characterized by brightness, cheerfulness, or clarity. For example: “Her smile brightened the gloomy day.”
• Noun: (n) The act of making something brighter or a state of being brightened. For example: “The new curtains brightened the room significantly.”

Phrases

• “Brighten up your day” is a common expression to encourage someone to be cheerful.
• “Brighten a corner” metaphorically means to improve a situation or atmosphere.
• “Brighten someone’s mood” means to make someone feel happier.

Example Sentences

• Verb: “The addition of colorful flowers brightened the garden.”
• Adjective: “Her eyes lit up, and her whole face brightened when she saw her friend.”
• Noun: “The new lighting fixture brightened the entire kitchen.”

Synonyms

• Illuminate
• Enliven
• Cheer
• Illuminate
• Lighten
• Brighten up
• Radiate
• Sparkle

Antonyms

• Diminish
• Darken
• Depress
• Dull
• Weaken