Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the word or phrase which is synonym of the word given below:

Lighten

  1. Real

  2. Shorten

  3. Soothe

  4. Calm
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Lighten metaphorically means to alleviate or reduce (emotional burden, intensity). Soothe means to calm or comfort, which aligns with this meaning. Shorten is a different meaning, Real is unrelated, and Calm is a result, not the action itself.

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