liven
to put life into; rouse; enliven; cheer (often followed by up): What can we do to liven up the party?
to become more lively; brighten (usually followed by up): If this party doesn't liven up soon, let's leave.
Origin of liven
1Other words from liven
- liv·en·er, noun
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How to use liven in a sentence
Sachin Tendulkar may be one of the most brilliant players in the sport, but he struggles to liven up his memoirs.
The Story of the World’s Greatest Cricket Player | William O’Connor | December 24, 2014 | THE DAILY BEASTThe newly appointed CNN boss says the network must liven up its daily fare.
CNN Needs ‘More Passion,’ Says New Boss Jeff Zucker | Howard Kurtz | November 30, 2012 | THE DAILY BEASTHe also used his acting and directorial skills to liven up dreary hearings.
Will Oprah liven up C-SPAN's usually drab red-carpet pre-show?
Five Ways Obama Has Already Changed Washington | Ana Marie Cox | November 26, 2008 | THE DAILY BEASTSam, in his brother's absence, concluded to edit the paper in a way that would liven up the circulation.
Mark Twain, A Biography, 1835-1910, Complete | Albert Bigelow Paine
But she, Helen, would come home and that would liven up things a bit.
Helen Grant's Schooldays | Amanda M. DouglasThat is, if these ladies from the Land of Fantasy are willing to liven up an evening for a couple of old people.
What Happened to Inger Johanne | Dikken ZwilgmeyerAny paper that could get and present that sort of news would liven up its columns a good deal.
The Clarion | Samuel Hopkins AdamsYou have a part in the very worthy effort to liven up old Nurse Boyle, I understand?
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British Dictionary definitions for liven
/ (ˈlaɪvən) /
(usually foll by up) to make or become lively; enliven
Derived forms of liven
- livener, noun
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