Pronunciation: /kʌm əˈlaɪv/
verb to become lively or animated
A1 The flowers come alive in the springtime.
A2 When the music started playing, the party really came alive.
B1 The old theater comes alive with each performance.
B2 The characters in the book really come alive thanks to the author's vivid descriptions.
C1 The city streets come alive at night with bustling activity.
C2 The artwork in the museum truly comes alive when you take the time to appreciate the details.
adverb in a lively or animated manner
A1 The flowers come alive in the spring.
A2 When the music starts, the party really comes alive.
B1 The city streets come alive at night with vibrant lights and bustling activity.
B2 The historical reenactment really made the past come alive for the audience.
C1 The author's words have the power to make the characters come alive in the reader's imagination.
C2 The museum exhibit truly comes alive with interactive displays and engaging storytelling.
formal Through the use of advanced technology, the virtual reality experience makes the historical site come alive.
informal When the band started playing, the party really started to come alive.
slang The street art in this neighborhood really makes the walls come alive.
figurative Her eyes lit up and her face came alive when she talked about her passion for painting.
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