Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Lightens.
Lightens - as a verb
Make more cheerful
Example: "The conversation lightened me up a bit"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buoy uplighten upAntonyms (Opposite Meaning)
weigh downReduce the weight on; make lighter
Example: "She lightened the load on the tired donkey"
Become more cheerful
Example: "After a glass of wine, he lightened up a bit"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
buoy uplighten upMake more cheerful through the use of color
Example: "The paint will brighten the room"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
brightenlighten upBecome lighter
Example: "The room lightened up"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lighten upHypernyms (Closely Related)
changeHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
darkenAlleviate or remove (pressure or stress) or make less oppressive
Example: "Relieve the pressure and the stress"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
relieveExample Sentences
"She lightens the mood with her jokes."
"Adding lemon juice lightens the taste of the dish."
"He lightens the load by carrying some of the bags."
"The medication lightens the symptoms of the disease."
"A good comedy show always lightens my spirits."
Word Game Points
Is LIGHTENS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lightens is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
LIGHTENS has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.
Is LIGHTENS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lightens is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordLIGHTENS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.
Is LIGHTENS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lightens is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordLIGHTENS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.
