Meaning oflightenin English

Verb

1. to alleviate; reduce burden
   The new policy aims to lighten the financial burden on low-income families.
2. to make brighter; illuminate
   Turning on the lamp will lighten the room and make it more comfortable.
3. to make less serious; more cheerful
   Her positive attitude helps to lighten the mood and make the conversation more enjoyable.
4. to make lighter; decrease weight
   The company will lighten the load on the truck to ensure safe transportation.
5. to become brighter; gain clarity
   The sky will lighten after the storm passes, and the sun will shine again.
6. to become less serious; cheerful
   Her joke managed to lighten the atmosphere in the meeting room and ease the tension.