Lighten and Overcasting

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Lighten verb - To become glad or hopeful.

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Overcasting is an antonym for lighten.

Nearby Words: light, lightly, lightness, lighter, lightening

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

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Lighten is an antonym for overcasting in topics: dim, unlit, conceal, make dark, become foggy or obscured.

Nearby Word: overcast

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