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Learn to pronounce leav·en

/ˈlevən/
noun
  1. a substance, typically yeast, that is used in dough to make it rise.
    synonyms: leavening, ferment, fermentation agent, raising agent, yeast, barm, baking powder
  2. 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
  1. 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
  2. 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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