bewhite

/ˈbʰiːˌwaɪt/ or /ˈbɛˌwaɪt/ or /ˈbɛhwaɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become white

“The farmer had to bewhite the field after the oil spill.”

2. verb

to bleach or whiten something

“The laundry detergent was used to bewhite the stained shirt.”

3. noun

a white or whitish color or appearance

“The bewhite of the painting added a calming effect to the room.”

Synonyms

  • bleach
  • whiten
  • whitening

Antonyms

  • darken
  • tarnish