brighten
UK/'braitn/US
TOEFLA1
Definitions
v.
To make or become brighter in light or color; to make or become more cheerful.
使变亮，使明亮；使振奋，使愉快
Root Breakdown
Native Englishbrightenother
=brighten
Common Collocations
- 1.brighten up使变亮
- 2.brighten the mood改善心情
Example Sentences
- 1.
A coat of paint will brighten the room.
- 2.
Her smile brightened his gloomy mood.