brighten

English

/ˈbɹaɪtən/, [ˈbɹaɪ̯ʔn̩]

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To make bright or brighter in color.
  • (transitive) To make illustrious, or more distinguished; to add luster or splendor to
  • (transitive) To make more cheerful and pleasant; to enliven
  • (intransitive) To grow bright, or more bright in color; to clear up
  • (intransitive) To become brighter or more cheerful in mood
  • To make acute or witty; to enliven.

Etymology

Suffix from English bright.

Origin

English

bright

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