Weight Reduction Terminology

verb to make or become lighter in weight or color

adjective comparative form of light, meaning having less weight or being less dark

• The new regulations aim to lighten the burden on small businesses.
• Let's add some lemon juice to lighten up the flavor of this dish.
• I need to lighten my workload before the weekend.
• Her laughter never fails to lighten the mood in the room.

verb to make or become lighter in weight or brightness

adjective having decreased in weight or brightness

• The room was lightened by the addition of more windows.
• Adding more windows really lightened up the room.
• The atmosphere totally lightened when everyone started cracking jokes.
• Her mood lightened as she let go of her worries and enjoyed the moment.