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enliven
[ en-lahy-vuhn ]
/ ɛnˈlaɪ vən /
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verb (used with object)
to make vigorous or active; invigorate: The wit of Mencken enlivened his age.
to make sprightly or cheerful; brighten: Flowers enliven any room.
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2. See cheer.
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British Dictionary definitions for enliven
enliven
/ (ɪnˈlaɪvən) /
verb (tr)
to make active, vivacious, or spirited; invigorate
to make cheerful or bright; gladden or brighten
Derived forms of enliven
enlivener, nounenlivening, adjectiveenlivenment, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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