vivify
/ˈvɪvɪfaɪ/
viv · i · fy
ˈvɪv · ɪ · faɪ
English Definition
v. enliven animate energize
Significado en Español
vivificar, animar
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
làm sống động, tiếp sinh lực
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
viv(life) + ify → to make lively, to animate.
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Select the synonym for the word “vivify” in the sentence: “The artist sought to vivify his paintings by using bold colors and dynamic lines.”
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A
Dull
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B
Animate
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C
Destroy
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D
Limit
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B — Animate.
“vivify” means v. enliven animate energize
Common questions about “vivify”
What does “vivify” mean?
vivify — v. enliven animate energize. In Chinese: 赋予生命，使生动.
How do you pronounce “vivify”?
vivify is pronounced /ˈvɪvɪfaɪ/. It breaks into 3 syllables: viv · i · fy.
Is “vivify” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. vivify appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “vivify”?
viv(life) + ify → to make lively, to animate.
