enlivening 1 of 2

adjective

Definition of enliveningnext
as in exhilarating

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enlivening

2 of 2

verb

present participle of enliven
as in stimulating
to give life, vigor, or spirit to in most instances it's a good idea to enliven a speech with a joke or two

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for enlivening
  1. exhilarating
  2. stimulating
  3. exciting
  4. thrilling
  5. invigorating
  6. rousing
  7. loving
  8. warm
Adjective
  • This expansive and exhilarating retrospective, which traces Elizabeth Catlett’s remarkable life and career, places her radical politics front and center.
    The New York Times, New York Times, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Winter’s crisp air enhances the beauty of the rolling hills, making the climb a refreshing and exhilarating experience.
    Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of exhilarating
Verb
  • But at the time, the theory that providing children with stimulating activities would help them more than rote learning and academic drills was revolutionary.
    Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 Jan. 2025
  • For only the second time in at least a decade, top leaders last month made stimulating spending and domestic demand their top priority in 2025.
    Amanda Gerut, Fortune Asia, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of stimulating
Adjective
  • Young galleries featuring emerging artists working across diverse disciplines are on an exciting trajectory.
    Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
  • The Idaho Bag Count on The Row to make a subtle carryall feel exciting.
    Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of exciting
Adjective
  • Parents might opt for thrilling activities like white-water rafting, go bird-watching, or a take soothing dip in a hot spring.
    Annabelle Canela, Parents, 14 Jan. 2025
  • Building on the Hyundai N performance line, Genesis is well positioned to deliver a thrilling drive and to compete on the performance track against European brands like Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi.
    Scotty Reiss, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
Definition of thrilling
Adjective
  • When on offer, the bisque is an invigorating and refreshing version of the classic.
    The Bon Appétit Staff & Contributors, Bon Appétit, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Across forms and genres, the selection brought an invigorating sense of what’s on tap from African creators in the coming years.
    Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 24 July 2024
Definition of invigorating
Adjective
  • By the calculus of marquee appeal, this final face-off makes sense: What could be more rousing, in theory, than Mescal versus Denzel — than pitting a rising star against one of Hollywood’s most bankable veterans?
    A.A. Dowd, Vulture, 21 Nov. 2024
  • But a packed house full of fans of both Flanagan and the legendary Stephen King made for one of the most rousing screenings of this young festival.
    Joe Reid, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2024
Definition of rousing
Adjective
  • Bisset, 80, gave a loving introduction to Jolie, 49, at the Palm Springs International Film Festival’s film awards gala on Friday, Jan. 3, praising the Oscar winner’s work in Maria .
    Jack Smart, People.com, 5 Jan. 2025
  • By opting for hospice care, Carter embraced a plan designed to manage pain, ensure comfort and provide emotional and spiritual support, all while surrounded by family in the familiar and loving environment of his Plains, Ga., home.
    Stacey Manley, The Mercury News, 4 Jan. 2025
Definition of loving
Adjective
  • Also in the Big Apple, Olivia Rodrigo and her beau Louis Partridge try to keep warm in the chilly weather as Ben Stiller promotes Severance season 2.
    Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
  • DeSantis’ best choice would have been to appoint a caretaker in Rubio’s place, someone content to keep the seat warm until the next election.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 Jan. 2025
Definition of warm
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