leav·en
leav·en/ˈlevən/
noun
- a substance, typically yeast, that is used in dough to make it rise.synonyms: leavening, ferment, fermentation agent, raising agent, yeast, barm, baking powder
- a pervasive influence that modifies something or transforms it for the better."they acted as an intellectual leaven to the warriors who dominated the city"
verb
- cause (dough or bread) to rise by adding yeast or another leavening agent."it only take a little bit of yeast to leaven the bread"synonyms: raise, make rise, ferment, work, lighten, puff up, expand, swell, inflate
- permeate and modify or transform (something) for the better."the proceedings should be leavened by humor"synonyms: permeate, infuse, pervade, penetrate, imbue, suffuse, transform, modify, enliven, lighten, quicken, inspire, stimulate, liven up, invigorate, vivify, ginger up, energize, electrify, galvanize, perk up, brighten up, cheer up, season, spice, buck up, pep up, add zest to, add zing to
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verb (used with object) · to add leaven to (dough or batter) and cause to rise. · to permeate with an altering or transforming element.
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