Deodorize and Lighten

Deodorize

Deodorize verb - To make (something) seem less bad by offering excuses.
Usage example: the propaganda film attempts to deodorize the dictator's history of human rights abuses
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Synonyms for Deodorize

Lighten and deodorize are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Lighten" instead a verb "Deodorize".

Lighten

Lighten verb - To become glad or hopeful.

Deodorize and lighten are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deodorize" instead a verb "Lighten".

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Lighten and Deodorize. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/deodorize/lighten
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