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Synonyms & Similar Words
living
surviving
existing
breathing
conscious
aware
animate
vibrant
dynamic
energetic
lively
spirited
vigorous
thriving
flourishing
active
functioning
operative
working
sensible
perceptible
palpable
tangible
alive and kicking
in existence
present
extant
current
prevalent
rampant
pulsating
throbbing
beating
pulsing
quivering
trembling
Meaning of Alive
Having life or the quality of being living
Definitions
- Having life or the quality of being living
- * (of a person) having the ability to think and feel
- * (of a thing) in operation or able to function
Etymology of Alive
The word "alive" has its roots in Old English "on līfe" meaning "in life" or "having life", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "libiz" and the Proto-Indo-European root "leip-" meaning "to remain, to stay"
The modern English word "alive" emerged in the 16th century, with its meaning expanding to include not just the state of being living, but also the qualities of being energetic, vibrant, or dynamic
Example Uses
- The patient was still alive after the accident
- * The city was alive with music and laughter
- * The idea is alive and well in modern science