Definitions from Wiktionary (brighten)

▸ verb:  (transitive) To make bright or brighter in color.
▸ verb:  (transitive) To make illustrious, or more distinguished; to add luster or splendor to
▸ verb:  (transitive, figuratively) To make more cheerful and pleasant; to enliven
▸ verb:  (intransitive) To grow bright, or more bright in color; to clear up
▸ verb:  (intransitive) To become brighter or more cheerful in mood
▸ Also see brighten

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