alighten

verb4

1. •
   To alight, to dismount or get down from.

   • When I alighten at my destination, I saw them going in the rickshaw. — 1971
2. •
   To alight; to land, to descend and rest.

   • The bees always alighten at the bottom of the spike, and, crawling spirally up it, sucked one flower after the other. — 1862
3. •
   To lighten; to reduce in weight or heaviness.

   • On the fifth day Mr. Hedly (who first motioned lot-drawing) and another died, whereby their boat was somewhat alightened. — 1965
4. •
   To make light; to illuminate or brighten.

   • Of those who should be alightened by his faith and sanctified by his grace Christ designed to form a holy society, over which he will reign for ever. — 1806