leaven
US /ˈlev.ən/
UK /ˈlev.ən/

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pengaruh, faktor perubahan
an influence that produces a gradual change or development of something
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His radical ideas acted as a powerful leaven in the conservative community.
Idea radikalnya bertindak sebagai pengaruh yang kuat dalam komuniti konservatif.
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A little humor can leaven a serious discussion.
Sedikit humor boleh meringankan perbincangan serius.
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mengubah, memperbaiki
to permeate and subtly transform (something) for the better
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His optimism began to leaven the gloomy atmosphere.
Optimismenya mula mengubah suasana suram.
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A touch of humor can leaven even the most serious topics.
Sentuhan humor boleh memperbaiki topik yang paling serius sekalipun.