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adjective

Definition of lightenednext
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as in lighted

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as in eased

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verb (1)

past tense of lighten
as in brightened
to become glad or hopeful the patient lightened when he heard the disease responds well to treatment

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lightened

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verb (2)

past tense of lighten
as in illumined
to supply with light the room was gradually lightened by the rising sun

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightened
  1. dazzling
  2. shiny
  3. subdued
  4. radiant
  5. brilliant
Adjective
  • Ironically, this is followed by Venus’ dazzling debut in your sign on Dec. 7, heightening your charisma and powers of persuasion while enlightening you with insight and perspective on your romantic expression.
    Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Dec. 2024
  • There were so many painful steps along the way in your journey, but it’s also contrasted with this kind of mounting, escalating, dazzling series of accomplishments professionally.
    Duante Beddingfield, Detroit Free Press, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of dazzling
Adjective
  • This clean concealer offers buildable coverage that doesn’t cake or pill, leaving an illuminating effect (without looking shiny).
    Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Featuring the music of Johnny Marks (including the title tune Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer), the TV special follows a young reindeer (Billie Mae Richards) who is ostracized because of his red, shiny and glowing nose.
    Tim Lammers, Forbes, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of shiny
Adjective
  • The show might be a bit less naturalistic than Netflix’s U.S. translation and its comparatively more subdued music imply, but no matter what draws you in, you’ll be hooked in no time.
    Laura Bradley, Vulture, 22 Nov. 2024
  • There was a subdued friendliness, a cautious stepping-out energy to the day.
    Dylan Tupper Rupert, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of subdued
Adjective
  • This Mac cream-to-foam cleanser effortlessly breaks down makeup and removes dirt and excess oil for a clean, smooth, and radiant result.
    Alicia Geigel, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
  • The combo of all of these ingredients not only leaves your pores looking much smaller, but your overall complexion more radiant and clear.
    Emily Orofino, Vogue, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of radiant
Adjective
  • The lower circle glows a brilliant white in the dim light.
    RM Clark, WIRED, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The second season sees our brilliant band dealing with money troubles (ugh, capitalism), a rival Muslim girl group and rom-com shenanigans in the most charming, delectable way possible.
    Kelly Lawler, USA TODAY, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of brilliant
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