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Forlighten

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Forlighten is a verb meaning (archaic, transitive) To decrease; reduce; diminish; lighten; lighten up.

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.

Word Forms

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include alighten, lighten, alight, light, outlighten, lightweight.

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