Meaning of lighten up in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Verb
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Verb

    lighten up

    Definitions

    1. make lighter or brighter

    Examples

    • « The paint will brighten the room »

    Antonyms

  2. 2. become lighter

    Examples

    • « The room lightened up »

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