Thesaurus results for REDDEN

redden

verb

ˈre-dᵊn

Definition of redden

as in to blush

to develop a rosy facial color (as from excitement or embarrassment) his face reddened when she flashed him a dazzling smile

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Recent Examples of redden There should be no pain or skin reddening during a proper session, and therapists avoid working over active swelling, infection or skin that’s undergone cancer treatment. — Allison Palmer, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026 Rose, though, reddening in the triangle between his eyes and nose, begins to sob. — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 2 June 2026 Instead, they’re often exposed to ethylene gas, which encourages ripening and reddening. — Brette Warshaw, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 June 2026 Tears blurred his vision and reddened his face. — Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for redden

Recent Examples of Synonyms for redden

Verb

In this painful experience, one is exposed (the betrayal that is blushing) and longs to hide oneself.

— Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Like the squeezy dumpling, this one has a blushing cartoon face and accompanying tan steamer basket.

— Eva Flowe October 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of blush

Verb

Riding the rails gives you time to slow down and look at the canopy’s changing hues, from chartreuse to crimson.

— Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 9 Sep. 2025
Rhubarb is primarily depicted in various shades of red, but depending on the variety, its color can range from pale green to crimson.

— Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 1 Apr. 2024