How many syllables in enliven?

There are 3 syllables in the word enliven.

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Definition of enliven:

enliven (verb):: make lively.; to make lively, cheerful, or bright; to give life, action, or spirit to animate

Synonyms for enliven:

activate

animate

arouse

awaken

brace

brighten

buoy up

cheer

cheer up

drive

electrify

energise

energize

enhance

excite

exhilarate

fire

ginger up

gladden

hearten

inspire

inspirit

invigorate

jazz (up)

jazz up

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