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To remove a heavy weight or burden
“The folks in that wagon have gotten out to lighten the load on the horse.”
To make or become less or lighter in weight, pressure, or severity
“The grape was originally planted to provide wines that would lighten the intensity of Cabernet Sauvignon.”
To illuminate or shine with light
“The skies will be pitch-black for several hours before dawn arrives to lighten the skies.”
To make or become brighter in contrast
“Lighten the image so that it doesn't overshadow the text on your page.”
To make or become more cheerful or less serious
“Sara shrugged, wondering whether anything could lighten her mood at that precise moment.”
To make whiter or paler in color, shade or complexion
“Susan refused to lighten her hair color as she had never done it before and was unsure how it would look.”
To brighten, especially with the morning sun
To unload or discharge, typically cargo
To cause (dough or bread) to rise by adding leaven
To remove or clear a block or obstruction from
To become or make more intense
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