What does forlighten mean?
Forlighten means (archaic, transitive) To decrease; reduce; diminish; lighten; lighten up..
Forlighten
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
(archaic, transitive) To decrease; reduce; diminish; lighten; lighten up..
Example Sentences
For to forlighten with his sheen / Those sitting sad, in darkest blindness, / In death's cold shade.
Synonyms for forlighten
Antonyms for forlighten
Related Words
Word Forms
- forlightens
- forlightening
- forlightened
Usage Notes
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How do you use forlighten in a sentence?
For to forlighten with his sheen / Those sitting sad, in darkest blindness, / In death's cold shade.
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