Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lighten-the-mood
Phrasal Verb
/ˈlaɪtən ðə muːd/
Definition
To make a situation or atmosphere more cheerful and less serious.
Examples
- She told a funny joke to lighten the mood during the tense meeting.
- To lighten the mood at the dinner party, he played some upbeat music.
- They decided to lighten the mood by sharing amusing stories from their childhood.
Meaning
Lightening the mood involves introducing humor, positivity, or light-heartedness to shift the emotional tone of a discussion or setting.
Synonyms
- cheer up
- brighten the atmosphere
- lift spirits
- make light of
