Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lightening
noun
/ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ/
Definition
The making or becoming lighter in weight, color, or intensity.
Examples
- The lightening of the sky signaled that a storm was approaching.
- She is lightening her hair for the summer.
- The team worked hard, striving to lighten the burden of their workload.
Meaning
Lightening can refer to the process of reducing the weight or brightness of something. It is often used in various contexts such as color, mood, or even physical load.
Synonyms
- brightening
- lightening up
- alleviation
