brighten
//ˈbraɪ.tən//
Verb
brightenInfinitive
brightenPresent tense
brightenedPast tense
brightenedPast participle
brighteningPresent participle
brightensThird-person singular
1
To make or become lighter or more luminous.
The morning sun brightened the room.
2
To make or become more cheerful or hopeful.
Her face brightened when she heard the good news.
3
To make or become more vivid or colorful.
The new paint will brighten the room.