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- Dictionaryenliven/ɪnˈlʌɪvn/
verb
- 1. make (something) more entertaining, interesting, or appealing: "the wartime routine was enlivened by a series of concerts" Similar Opposite
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to make more interesting or active: Entertainment enlivened the meeting. (Definition of enliven from the Cambridge Academic Content Dictionary © Cambridge University Press) Examples of enliven.
The meaning of ENLIVEN is to give life, action, or spirit to : animate. How to use enliven in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Enliven.
To enliven events, situations, or people means to make them more lively or cheerful. I love the way a good flirtation can enliven the most mundane situation. [ VERB noun ]
Enliven definition: to make vigorous or active; invigorate. See examples of ENLIVEN used in a sentence.
to make something more interesting: The game was much enlivened when both teams scored within five minutes of each other. Making things better. add salt to something idiom. allay. alleviate. alleviation. ameliorate. cultivate. lighten. liven (something) up phrasal verb. lubricate. make a difference idiom. make a world of difference idiom.
When you enliven something, you make it more lively, colorful, or exciting. Your friend who is the life of the party can probably be counted on to enliven the dullest gathering, and a sprinkle of curry powder can enliven a dish of plain roasted vegetables.
Definition of enliven verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
