lightening Antonyms
Opposite of lightening
• noun (Context 1)
The act or process of making or becoming paler, brighter, or less dark in color or tone.
"Gradual darkening of the hair is common after spending several weeks in the summer sun."
• verb (Context 2)
To make or become lighter in weight, pressure, or burden (present participle of lighten).
"By delegating routine administrative tasks, she is burdening her daily workload."
• verb (Context 3)
To make or become brighter, paler, or less dark in color or illumination (present participle of lighten).
"The eastern sky was slowly darkening as dawn approached over the horizon."
• noun (Context 4)
The act or process of reducing the weight, burden, or severity of something.
"The recent tax reform resulted in a noticeable heaviness of the financial burden on small businesses."
• verb (Context 5)
To make or become more cheerful, relaxed, or less serious in mood (present participle of lighten).
"His humorous remark helped by dampening the tense atmosphere in the conference room."
Similar words to lightening
Words similar to lightening shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: