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enliven
[ en-lahy-vuhn ]
verb (used with object)
- to make vigorous or active; invigorate:
The wit of Mencken enlivened his age.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- to make sprightly or cheerful; brighten:
Flowers enliven any room.
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enliven
/ ɪˈɪə /
verb
- to make active, vivacious, or spirited; invigorate
- to make cheerful or bright; gladden or brighten
Derived Forms
- ˈԾԲ, adjective
- ˈԱ, noun
- ˈԳԳ, noun
Other yvlog Forms
- ·IJ· noun
- ·IJ·Բ· adverb
- ·IJ·Գ noun
- ܲe·IJԱ adjective
- ܲe·IJ·Բ adjective
yvlog History and Origins
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Example Sentences
If you’re looking to enliven jarred sauce or some plain tomato puree, you can never go wrong with enriching the latent flavors.
But on a dreary Sunday afternoon last fall, bouquets of white roses and blue hydrangeas enlivened the Spanish marble columbarium where Drakeo the Ruler is interred.
Those films too were enlivened by music, in the idiosyncratic and remarkable scores by Mica Levi and Jonny Greenwood, respectively.
And for me, one of my secret weapons — just a dash of Hood cream is going to really enrich or enliven any dish that you're making.
The new hall promises to further enliven Grand Avenue as an arts destination.
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