liven
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li·ven
(lī′vən)tr. & intr.v. li·vened, li·ven·ing, li·vens
To make or become more lively: liven up a party; a discussion that livened up.
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liven
(ˈlaɪvən)vb
(usually foll by up) to make or become lively; enliven
ˈlivener n
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liv•en
(ˈlaɪ vən)v.t.
1. to put life or spirit into; enliven (often fol. by up): Livened up the party.
v.i. 2. to become more lively (usu. fol. by up).
[1880–85; variant of enliven]
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liven
Past participle: livened
Gerund: livening
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Verb | 1. | ![]() energize, perk up, energise, stimulate, arouse, brace - cause to be alert and energetic; "Coffee and tea stimulate me"; "This herbal infusion doesn't stimulate" |
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