Brighten and Smudge

Opposite meaning words

Brighten verb - To become glad or hopeful.

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Smudge is an antonym for brighten.

Smudge verb - To make dirty.

Usage example: she accidentally smudged her collar with the lipstick

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Brighten is an antonym for smudge.

Nearby Words: smudged, smudgy, smudging

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