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Meaning of reddened
The primary meaning of the word "reddened" is to become or make something red, often due to emotion, heat, or injury.
Etymology of reddened
The word "reddened" originates from the Old English word "read" or "red", which is also related to the Proto-Germanic word "rethiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "h1reudh-", all of which carry the meaning of red or reddish-brown
Historically, the word "reddened" has been used in English since the 14th century to describe something or someone becoming red or taking on a reddish hue
Synonyms
Definitions
- To become or make something red, often due to emotion, heat, or injury
- * To blush or become flushed, often due to embarrassment, shame, or modesty
- * To redden something, such as a face, skin, or surface, often due to a physical or emotional stimulus
Usage Examples
- Her face reddened with embarrassment as she realized her mistake
- * The sky reddened as the sun set over the horizon
- * His skin reddened from spending too much time in the sun
Antonyms
paled
whitened
bleached
faded
lightened
dimmed
softened
muted
dulled
calmed
soothed
cooled
pacified
tranquilized
unperturbed
unaffected
untroubled
serene
peaceful
composed