Meaning of the word brightened in English

What does brightened mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

brightened

US /ˈbraɪtənd/
UK /ˈbraɪtənd/

Verb

1.

make or become brighter

Example:
The morning sun brightened the room.
Her face brightened when she saw him.
2.

make or become more cheerful or lively

Example:
The good news brightened everyone's mood.
His smile always brightened my day.