liven
[ lahy-vuhn ]
/ ˈlaɪ vən /
verb (used with object)
to put life into; rouse; enliven; cheer (often followed by up): What can we do to liven up the party?
verb (used without object)
to become more lively; brighten (usually followed by up): If this party doesn't liven up soon, let's leave.
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TAKE THE QUIZ TO FIND OUTOrigin of liven
First recorded in 1880–85; aphetic variant of enliven
OTHER WORDS FROM liven
liv·en·er, nounWords nearby liven
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liven
/ (ˈlaɪvən) /
verb
(usually foll by up) to make or become lively; enliven
Derived forms of liven
livener, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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