word
Lighten
LY-tuhn
/ˈlaɪtʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
lighten
Dictionary meaning
Alleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive.
Examples
- The room lightened up.
- After a glass of wine, they lightened up a bit.
Synonyms: relieve
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