liven meaning

UK US /ˈlaɪvən/ 2 syllables

liven (verb): make lively.

Definition of liven

  1. make lively
    • let's liven up this room a bit

    Synonyms: enliven, liven up, invigorate, animate

    Type of: stimulate

    Kinds: jazz up, spirit

How to pronounce liven

liven is pronounced /ˈlaɪvən/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Scrabble score: 8 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with LI · words ending in EN · 5-letter words

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