Redden: meaning, definitions and examples

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redden

[ ˈrɛdən ]

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change color

To make something become red or redder, typically as a result of embarrassment, anger, or sunburn.

Synonyms

blush, crimson, flush

Examples of usage

He could feel himself reddening as he realized his mistake.
The sunburn caused her skin to redden and become painful.

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become red

To become red or redder, often as a result of embarrassment or anger.

Synonyms

blush, crimson, flush

Examples of usage

Her cheeks began to redden when she was caught in a lie.
The sky started to redden as the sun set.

Translations

Translations of the word "redden" in other languages:

🇵🇹 avermelhar

🇮🇳 लाल करना

🇩🇪 erröten

🇮🇩 memerah

🇺🇦 червоніти

🇵🇱 zaczerwienić się

🇯🇵 赤くする

🇫🇷 rougir

🇪🇸 enrojecer

🇹🇷 kızarmak

🇰🇷 붉어지다

🇸🇦 احمرار

🇨🇿 zčervenat

🇸🇰 sčervenať

🇨🇳 变红

🇸🇮 pordeti

🇮🇸 roðna

🇰🇿 қызару

🇬🇪 გაწითლება

🇦🇿 qızarmaq

🇲🇽 enrojecer

Word origin

The word 'redden' originates from the Middle English word 'reden', which is a combination of the Old English word 'read' (red) and the suffix '-en' (to become). The concept of reddening has been associated with emotions like embarrassment and anger, as well as physical changes like sunburn. Over time, the word has evolved to encompass the act of changing color to red or becoming red. The use of 'redden' in English language dates back centuries, with its meaning and usage adapting to modern contexts.

See also: red, redact, reddening, reddish, redfish, redneck, redness, redolent.