— enlivener , n. — enliveningly , adv. — enlivenment , n.
/en luy"veuhn/ , v.t.
1. to make vigorous or active; invigorate: The wit of Mencken enlivened his age.
2. to make sprightly or cheerful; brighten: Flowers enliven any room.
[ 1625-35; obs. enlive to give life to (EN- 1 + LIFE) + -EN 1 ]
Syn. 1. animate, inspirit, vivify, stimulate, quicken. 2. gladden. See cheer .
Ant. 2. depress.