Enlivens

/ɪnˈlɪvənz/ verb

Definition

Third person singular present tense of 'enliven'; makes something more lively, energetic, or interesting.

Etymology

The third-person singular present form of 'enliven,' following standard English verb conjugation where '-s' is added to the infinitive for the he/she/it form.

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One of the most interesting things about enliven is that it works for almost anything—'humor enlivens conversation,' 'music enlivens parties,' 'color enlivens rooms'—showing how this word became popular because it captures that universal human need to add sparkle and energy to ordinary things.

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