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liv·en
 liven
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- pronunciation:
- laI
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 n
- parts of speech:
- transitive verb, intransitive verb
- phrases:
- liven up
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
livens, livening, livened |
| definition: |
to make more lively or energetic; rouse; inspirit (often fol. by "up").
I hope the music will liven this party.- similar words:
- animate
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| part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
| definition: |
to become more lively or energetic; brighten (usu. fol. by "up").
Things livened up after you left.- similar words:
- rouse
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| phrase: |
liven up |
| derivation: |
livener (n.) |
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