Definition

To change color to red or to become red in appearance.

Example

When she heard the compliment, her cheeks began to redden.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how she started to redden when he complimented her?

Yeah, it was cute! You could tell she was a bit shy.

I always redden when someone praises me too.

Same here! It's hard not to blush in those moments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cause something to become red in color.

Example

The artist decided to redden the sky in her painting to create a dramatic effect.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how the sunset redden the sky last night?

Yeah, it was beautiful! I love those colors.

I always find it amazing how nature can redden the horizon like that.

Root Explanation

Reddens is formed from "red" (from Old English "read", meaning the color red) and "-en" (a suffix used to form verbs indicating to cause to become). The word "redden" means to cause something to become red or to turn red.

Memory Tip

Think of the color 'red' and remember that 'redden' means to make something turn red.

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