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verb (used with object)
1.
to make vigorous or active; invigorate: The wit of Mencken enlivened his age.
2.
to make sprightly or cheerful; brighten: Flowers enliven any room.
Related forms
en·liv·en·er, noun
en·liv·en·ing·ly, adverb
en·liv·en·ment, noun
un·en·liv·ened, adjective
un·en·liv·en·ing, adjective
Antonyms
2. depress.
2. depress.
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