enliven

/ɪnˈlaɪvən/
verb
  1. To make something more interesting, lively, or cheerful.
    • Her jokes enlivened the otherwise boring meeting.
    • Adding some colorful decorations will enliven the room.
    • The new teacher's energy enlivened the entire class.
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