noun a flash of light in the sky during a thunderstorm
verb present participle of lighten, meaning to make or become lighter in weight or color
In various mythologies, lightning is often associated with gods or deities.
Lightning is a natural electrical discharge during a thunderstorm.
Lightning is a sudden electrostatic discharge that occurs typically during a thunderstorm.
Lightning is a powerful natural electrical discharge.
Lightning poses a significant safety risk during thunderstorms.
In literature, 'lightening' may be used to describe the process of making something less heavy or serious, such as lightening the mood of a scene or character.
In psychology, 'lightening' can refer to the emotional process of feeling less burdened or relieved of a heavy emotional load.
In meteorology, 'lightening' may be used to describe the process of a thunderstorm dissipating or becoming less intense.
In electrical work, 'lightening' may refer to the act of making something less heavy or reducing the load on a circuit.
In fashion, 'lightening' can be used to describe the process of making a fabric or garment less heavy or dense, such as using lighter materials or construction techniques.