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February 22, 2018 Word of the Day

enliven /ɪnˈlaɪvən/ verb
enliven
/ɪnˈlaɪvən/
verb

enlivens; enlivened; enlivening

The woman's joke enlivened the meeting.
The woman's joke enlivened the meeting.
Definition of ENLIVEN

[+ object]

: to make (something) more interesting, lively, or enjoyable

  • He enlivened his speech with a few jokes.

  • a soup enlivened by chili peppers

  • A few touches of color will enliven the room.

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