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Definition liven in American English

liven verb

verb
/ˈlaɪv(ə)n/
1

to make something more interesting or exciting, or to become more interesting or exciting

Example

What we needed was some music to liven things up.

Synonyms and related words
gussy up wake up enliven
2

to give something a more interesting appearance, taste, or other quality

Example

You can liven up a plain shirt with a colorful scarf.

Synonyms and related words
gussy up wake up enliven
3

if you liven up, or if something livens you up, you have more energy or enthusiasm than before

Example

Perhaps a walk by the ocean would liven them up.

Synonyms and related words
inspire attract interest
Definition liven in American English