v. t. [ imp. & p. p. Enlivened p. pr. & vb. n. Enlivening ] [ Pref. en- + liven. ]. 1. To give life, action, or motion to; to make vigorous or active; to excite; to quicken; as, fresh fuel enlivens a fire. [ 1913 Webster ] Lo! of themselves th' enlivened chessmen move. Cowley. [ 1913 Webster ] 2. To give spirit or vivacity to; to make sprightly, gay, or cheerful; to animate; as, mirth and good humor enliven a company; enlivening strains of music. Syn. -- To animate; rouse; inspire; cheer; encourage; comfort; exhilarate; inspirit; invigorate. [ 1913 Webster ] | 
