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enlevé

lively, spirited

adjective ahn-luh-VEH Rare

Usage Note

Enlevé literally means 'carried off', but as an adjective describing music, dance, or performance style it means executed with great verve and energy. It is a term of praise in classical music criticism. The feminine form is enlevée; the related verb enlever also means to remove or kidnap.

Examples

"L'interprétation enlevée du pianiste a enthousiasmé le public."

Natural Translation

The pianist's spirited performance thrilled the audience.

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