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brighten

/ˈbraɪtən/

Translations

brightenverb

brightened

Past Simple

brightened

Past Participle

brightening

Gerund

/ˈbraɪtən/

She decided to brighten the room with new curtains.

Она решила осветлить комнату новыми шторами.

The sunrise will brighten the sky.

Восход солнца озарит небо.

His jokes always brighten the mood.

Его шутки всегда веселят настроение.

Additional translations

Synonyms

cheer up

liven up

Antonyms

brightenverb

To make or become more light or luminous.

The sun began to brighten the sky as dawn approached.

To make or become more cheerful or lively.

Her smile seemed to brighten the entire room.

To improve or enhance the appearance or quality of something.

He decided to brighten the living room with a fresh coat of paint.