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liven vs energise

energise vs liven

liven and energise both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
liven No No Yes No
energise No No Yes No
As verbs, energise is a hypernym of liven; that is, energise is a word with a broader meaning than liven:
  • liven: make lively
  • energise: cause to be alert and energetic
Other hypernyms of liven include arouse, brace, energize, perk up, stimulate.
liven (verb) energise (verb)
make lively cause to be alert and energetic
raise to a higher energy level
Difference between liven and energise

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