Brighten and Overcasting

Opposite meaning words

Brighten verb - To become glad or hopeful.

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Overcasting is an antonym for brighten.

Overcasting noun - A long whipstitch or overhand stitch overlying an edge to prevent raveling.

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Brighten is an antonym for overcasting in topics: dim, blur, unlit, conceal, make dark.

Nearby Word: overcast

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