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 eased
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Recent Examples of lightened
Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
And then, as the vaccine became widely available, Scott’s crushing patient load lightened.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2025
Migrating some of the morning steps like these to the night before has lightened our morning load, resulting in a less frantic and more successful transition from home to school.
—Katrina Donham, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025
In many ways, the Columbia River has lightened the impact on Quincy, but even there, critics say that the long-term strain on resources isn't worth the economic gain.
—Monica Nickelsburg, NPR, 17 Aug. 2025
The original, 62-year-old weight-loss community network, WeightWatchers itself recently came out of bankruptcy under a new CEO, lightened its long-burdensome debt load, and unveiled its strategic direction.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2025
Teodosio said that base hit lightened his load for the rest of the night.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025
Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
And then, as the vaccine became widely available, Scott’s crushing patient load lightened.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2025
Migrating some of the morning steps like these to the night before has lightened our morning load, resulting in a less frantic and more successful transition from home to school.
—Katrina Donham, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025
In many ways, the Columbia River has lightened the impact on Quincy, but even there, critics say that the long-term strain on resources isn't worth the economic gain.
—Monica Nickelsburg, NPR, 17 Aug. 2025
The original, 62-year-old weight-loss community network, WeightWatchers itself recently came out of bankruptcy under a new CEO, lightened its long-burdensome debt load, and unveiled its strategic direction.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2025
Teodosio said that base hit lightened his load for the rest of the night.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025
Verb
Beat mixture with stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed until slightly lightened in color, thickened, and an instant-read thermometer registers below 90°F, 10 to 12 minutes.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
And then, as the vaccine became widely available, Scott’s crushing patient load lightened.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2025
Migrating some of the morning steps like these to the night before has lightened our morning load, resulting in a less frantic and more successful transition from home to school.
—Katrina Donham, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025
In many ways, the Columbia River has lightened the impact on Quincy, but even there, critics say that the long-term strain on resources isn't worth the economic gain.
—Monica Nickelsburg, NPR, 17 Aug. 2025
The original, 62-year-old weight-loss community network, WeightWatchers itself recently came out of bankruptcy under a new CEO, lightened its long-burdensome debt load, and unveiled its strategic direction.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2025
Teodosio said that base hit lightened his load for the rest of the night.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025
Adjective
Beat mixture with stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment on medium speed until slightly lightened in color, thickened, and an instant-read thermometer registers below 90°F, 10 to 12 minutes.
—Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
And then, as the vaccine became widely available, Scott’s crushing patient load lightened.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2025
Migrating some of the morning steps like these to the night before has lightened our morning load, resulting in a less frantic and more successful transition from home to school.
—Katrina Donham, Parents, 19 Aug. 2025
In many ways, the Columbia River has lightened the impact on Quincy, but even there, critics say that the long-term strain on resources isn't worth the economic gain.
—Monica Nickelsburg, NPR, 17 Aug. 2025
The original, 62-year-old weight-loss community network, WeightWatchers itself recently came out of bankruptcy under a new CEO, lightened its long-burdensome debt load, and unveiled its strategic direction.
—Ashley Lutz, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2025
Teodosio said that base hit lightened his load for the rest of the night.
—Dan Arritt, Oc Register, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lightened
Adjective
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Instead, the pool surface during the program was mirror calm and dotted with several illuminated floating flowers.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Aug. 2025
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For example, several centuries-old Qurans and illuminated religious texts from Ethiopia were displayed at museums in Baltimore, then Salem, Massachusetts, followed by Toledo, Ohio, in 2023 and 2024.—
Russ Wiles,
AZCentral.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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For its part, China, says the BRI has contributed to the social and economic development of member countries , created thousands of jobs and alleviated poverty, as well as spurring economic growth and commercial partnerships.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
29 Aug. 2025
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Republicans say alleviated concerns about the management of the lieutenant governor’s campaign, coupled with a focus on cultural issues in some Northern Virginia schools, is benefiting the state’s GOP ticket.—
Julia Manchester,
The Hill,
25 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Drive at a reduced speed during wet weather.—
KANSAS CITY STAR WEATHER BOT,
Kansas City Star,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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And the stadium atmosphere was dazzling, even in the drizzle.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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For entomology buffs, the nation of Colombia plays host to the largest number of butterfly species on the planet, with Jaguarundi Travel operating a dedicated tour that showcases a dazzling array of colorful insects.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Brownie's coat, now clean and shiny thanks to a bath from an AHS Emergency Animal Medical Technician™, matches her sweet nature.—
Arizona Republic,
AZCentral.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Kail, 48, complemented his wife perfectly in a simple black suit, white button-down shirt — with a few buttons undone for a casual touch — and shiny black shoes.—
Starr Bowenbank,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Prior to that, the castle had a more classical look, with creams and grays and blue accents that were more subdued than the current shades in use.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
2 Sep. 2025
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The subdued look was hand-crafted, and took over 300 hour to make.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
29 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Monroe, tasked with embodying Cherry’s transformation, gives a quietly affecting performance that blossoms into something radiant as her bond with Hero strengthens.—
Leila Latif,
IndieWire,
5 Sep. 2025
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So carefree, fearless, brave and radiant.—
Staff Author,
PEOPLE,
4 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Herbert’s brilliant response How would Herbert respond to the playoff loss to the Houston Texans last season, in one of the worst games of his career?—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The leaves turn a vivid, brilliant scarlet-red in the fall.—
Chris McKeown,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
6 Sep. 2025
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“Lightened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lightened. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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