Brightening

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  • v. Present participle of brighten.
  • n. An instance of becoming brighter
    • The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
  • n. The flash of light which passes over the surface of the melted metal when lead containing silver is assayed on a cupel in a muffle.
  • n. In dyeing, same as blooming, 2.
    • Word Usage
    "Had this been one of her plays, Thomas would now return, throwing the door wide, his expression brightening on seeing her still in his bed."
    Verb Form
    brightened    brightening    brightens   
    Hypernym
    Words that are more generic or abstract
    change    modify    alter   
    Cross Reference
    shine    enliven    cheer   
    Form
    brighten up    brightener   
    Synonym
    Words with the same meaning
    enliven    clear    improve   
    Rhyme
    Words with the same terminal sound
    Brighton    Titan    Triton    enlighten    frighten   
     
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