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liven

verb liv·en \ˈlī-vən\

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

: to become more lively, interesting, or exciting

liv·enedliv·en·ing \ˈlī-və-niŋ, ˈlīv-niŋ\

Full Definition of LIVEN

transitive verb

: enliven —often used with up <he…livened up the editorial page — Current Biography>

intransitive verb

: to become lively

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LIVEN Defined for Kids

verb liv·en \ˈlī-vən\

liv·enedliv·en·ing

: to make or become lively Hint:Liven is often used with up. <He knows how to liven up a meeting.>

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