Opposite of present participle for to become, or to make, less bright, especially of a light source
“There are dome lights to illuminate the cabin for night flying and, in addition, electric side-light fixtures for reading.”
Opposite of present participle for to become, or cause to become, dark
“The gaps were high up on the wall, massive jagged rents that allowed the day's light in to brighten the cavern.”
Opposite of present participle for to fade or become less intense
“When he was growing up in North Brunswick, New Jersey, Howard had behavioral tics that would manifest at any time.”
Opposite of present participle for to make, or become, visually indistinct
“Mirrors that change their shape on the ground adaptively, correct for the turbulence in the atmosphere, and can sharpen our view of the stars in the sky.”
Opposite of present participle for to lessen, diminish or weaken
“To strengthen his grip on the kingdom, Jeroboam went on to build more shrines and high places.”
Opposite of in a period or process of decrease or decline
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