Enliven - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ɪnˈlaɪvn|  American pronunciation of the word enliven
Brit.  |ɪnˈlaɪv(ə)n|  British pronunciation of the word enliven

verb

- heighten or intensify (syn: animate, exalt, inspire, invigorate)
- make lively (syn: animate, invigorate, liven)

Extra examples

He enlivened his speech with a few jokes.

A few touches of color will enliven the room.

Even the most boring meetings were enlivened by his presence.

Humour can help enliven a dull subject.

Word forms

verb
I/you/we/they: enliven
he/she/it: enlivens
present participle: enlivening
past tense: enlivened
past participle: enlivened
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