What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
vivify
Example
The new coat of paint really vivified the old room. [vivified: past tense]
Example
The speaker's passionate words vivified the audience and brought them to their feet. [vivified: verb]
enliven
Example
The comedian's jokes enlivened the crowd and made the show more enjoyable. [enlivened: past tense]
Example
The music enlivened the party and got everyone dancing. [enlivened: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Enliven is more commonly used than vivify in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between vivify and enliven?
Vivify is more formal than enliven, and it is often used in literary or academic contexts.
