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vivific

adjective vi·vif·ic \vī-ˈvi-fik\

Definition of VIVIFIC

:  imparting spirit or vivacity
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Origin of VIVIFIC

Latin vivificus
First Known Use: 1551

Rhymes with VIVIFIC

calcific, febrific, horrific, magnific, pacific, prolific, salvific, specific, terrific

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