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Enliven Definition & Meaning

enliven
verb
  1. heighten or intensify; "These paintings exalt the imagination"
  2. make lively; "let's liven up this room a bit"

"Enliven" in song lyrics

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  • "Feel the web get tighter as the spider's enliven"
    Swollen Members — Mr. Impossible

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Frequently asked questions

What does enliven mean?
heighten or intensify; "These paintings exalt the imagination" make lively; "let's liven up this room a bit"
What part of speech is enliven?
Enliven is a verb.
How many definitions does enliven have?
Enliven has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).

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