smartens

verb

present tense third-person singular of smarten
as in brightens

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  1. brightens
  2. freshens
  3. enriches
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  • This 2025 Best of Beauty Award winner is an earthy, leathery scent that opens with a cheerful pop of mandarin, which brightens up the richer notes of rose, osmanthus, and vetiver.
    — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Its dewy coverage gives cheeks a bright, doll-like, natural flush that highlights the cheekbones and brightens complexions.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of brightens
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  • This light color freshens a space with an easy-going breezy quality.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 26 May 2026
  • Grinding ice cubes with coarse salt helps break up buildup, while a handful of citrus peels freshens the scent.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Definition of freshens
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  • But, leaving certain dead plant material in place also enriches the soil and creates a habitat for beneficial insects—so there are some exceptions.
    — Nadia Hassani, The Spruce, 8 Aug. 2026
  • Hayu, a global reality TV hub from NBCUniversal, enriches Sky's extensive catalogue.
    — John Archer, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of enriches
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“Smartens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/smartens. Accessed 21 Aug. 2026.

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