as in brightened
to become glad or hopeful
the patient lightened when he heard the disease responds well to treatment
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as in illumined
to supply with light
the room was gradually lightened by the rising sun
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as in lighted
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as in eased
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightened
Adjective
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The Fourth of July, also referred to as Independence Day, has been celebrated across the United States since 1776 — and nearly 250 years later, big cities, small towns, counties and states alike continue to cap off the night with dazzling displays of fireworks.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
4 July 2025 -
Music City is gearing up to celebrate Independence Day with another dazzling fireworks display and concert.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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Objects and plants under the tree can be lightly speckled with the shiny drops of honeydew or heavily covered with sugary substance and appear as if covered in shellac.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 July 2025
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The President of the United States was in attendance, Robbie Williams sang the official song of the tournament and various flags and shiny inflatables covered the pitch for what felt like an eternity.—
Joseph O'Sullivan,
Forbes.com,
13 July 2025
Adjective
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Global foreign direct investment (FDI) flows are continuing on a subdued trajectory, reflecting persistent macroeconomic headwinds and investor caution.—
Courtney Fingar,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Lennar's earnings report last week also showed subdued activity , with the homebuilder leaning on incentives to gin up demand.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
22 June 2025
Adjective
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Just a few drops pressed into skin after your cleansing routine (or mixed into your moisturizer) leaves your face soft, radiant, and dewy.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
8 July 2025
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Their radiant point lies near the constellation Aquarius in the southern sky.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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The growing number of robots in its warehouses is yet more evidence of this brilliant truth.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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That’s why these convenient travel sachets are beyond brilliant.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
1 July 2025
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“Lightened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightened. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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