Enlivened

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈlaɪvənd/

Definitions of enlivened

verb to make something more lively or interesting

Example Sentences

A1 The colorful decorations enlivened the party.

A2 Music can enliven a dull atmosphere.

B1 The new teacher enlivened the classroom with interactive activities.

B2 The art exhibition was enlivened by the presence of a famous painter.

C1 The speaker's jokes enlivened the otherwise serious conference.

C2 Her passion for dance enlivened every performance she was in.

Examples of enlivened in a Sentence

formal The speaker's engaging presentation enlivened the otherwise dull conference.

informal Adding some music to the party really enlivened the atmosphere.

slang The new video game update really enlivened the gameplay.

figurative Her passion for the subject enlivened the discussion, sparking new ideas.

Grammatical Forms of enlivened

• past tense: enlivened
• plural: enlivened
• comparative: more enlivened
• superlative: most enlivened
• present tense: enliven
• future tense: will enliven
• perfect tense: has enlivened
• continuous tense: is enlivening
• singular: enlivened
• positive degree: enlivened
• infinitive: to enliven
• gerund: enlivening
• participle: enlivened

Origin and Evolution of enlivened

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The word 'enlivened' originated from the combination of the prefix 'en-' meaning 'to put into' and the word 'liven' meaning 'to make lively'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'enlivened' has retained its original meaning of making something lively or animated. It is commonly used to describe adding energy or excitement to a situation or object.