WHITEN Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

whiten

verb

ˈ(h)wī-tᵊn

Definition of whiten

as in to bleach

to make white or whiter by removing color years of sunlight had almost completely whitened the flag

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Recent Examples of whiten The brand describes the formula as peroxide-free and positions the 460 nm visible blue light, PAP toothpaste and light-guiding brush head as one whitening system used during brushing. — Advertorial, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2026 Use baking soda, Bar Keepers Friend, or whitening toothpaste to scrub away coffee stains. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2026 As the years have gone on and his hair has whitened, Gere has become nearly as famous for his charity and his spirituality as his acting. — Allen Salkin, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026 Someone who wants whitening to live inside brushing may find the Glossonic setup more relevant. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for whiten

Recent Examples of Synonyms for whiten

Verb

The tech-dystopian Washington of Minority Report (2002) is bleached in cold blues and metallic noir shadows.

— Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026
However, bright light bleaches that chemical, negatively impacting your night vision.

— Chris McMullen, Space.com, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of bleach

Verb

Outside that period, stations are allowed to use a winter blend, which is cheaper to produce, explaining why prices often fade in the fall.

— Kris Van Cleave, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
Oil prices have fallen sharply in recent days on hopes that the Iran conflict is fading, and gas costs are falling this month.

— Christopher Rugaber, Los Angeles Times, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of fade

Verb

Notes like grapefruit add a sparkling freshness that can brighten a floral composition or provide an intriguing contrast to warmer ingredients.

— Camila Quimper, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026
The lightened and brightened interiors showcase wide-plank light oak floors, textured plaster walls, designer lighting, and French doors that open seamlessly to the outdoors.

— Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 9 Nov. 2026