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(en-liv-en) 3 syllables

Definition

verb. to make something more lively or interesting.

Example Sentence

Flowers enliven any room.

More Example Sentences

Games can enliven a boring afternoon.

Synonyms

invigorate; animate; brighten

Antonyms

dull; bore; tire

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Rhymes

  • biven
  • bliven
  • diven
  • ivan
  • iven
  • liven
  • niven

  • enliven
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