livened; livening
ˈlī-və-niŋ 
ˈlīv-niŋ
: enliven
—often used with up
he … livened up the editorial page—
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: to become lively
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Examples of liven in a Sentence
He played some music to liven the atmosphere.
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Keith Langston, Peoplemag, 6 July 2024
Use it for fresh buds or a few pampas stems to liven up your living room or sleeping space.
—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 11 Oct. 2023
The black and white colors of the chic table lamp are repeated in a stack of books next to it, a glass vase with greenery livens up the surface, and a leaning piece of art grounds the neutral decor.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 June 2024
The listing suggests adding a stage to host concerts and plays to liven up the venue during the movie season.
—Jordan Green, Detroit Free Press, 12 June 2024
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liven
verb
liv·en
ˈlī-vən
livened; livening
ˈlīv-(ə-)niŋ
: to make or become lively
—often used with up
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