Alive: meaning, definitions and examples

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alive

[ əˈlaɪv ]

^{Context #1}

feeling

Having life; living; not dead.

Synonyms

existing, living, surviving

Examples of usage

He was still alive after the accident.
She could feel the warmth of his hand and knew he was alive.

^{Context #2}

active

Full of energy and vigor; lively.

Synonyms

energetic, lively, vibrant

Examples of usage

The party was alive with music and dancing.
The city comes alive at night with neon lights and bustling streets.

^{Context #3}

alert

In a state of alertness or lively activity.

Synonyms

actively, alertly, vividly

Examples of usage

The crowd was alive with anticipation as the performer took the stage.
The detective's instincts were alive as he scanned the room for clues.

Translations

Translations of the word "alive" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vivo

🇮🇳 जीवित

🇩🇪 lebendig

🇮🇩 hidup

🇺🇦 живий

🇵🇱 żywy

🇯🇵 生きている

🇫🇷 vivant

🇪🇸 vivo

🇹🇷 canlı

🇰🇷 살아있는

🇸🇦 حي

🇨🇿 živý

🇸🇰 živý

🇨🇳 活着

🇸🇮 živ

🇮🇸 lifandi

🇰🇿 тірі

🇬🇪 ცოცხალი

🇦🇿 canlı

🇲🇽 vivo

Word origin

The word 'alive' originated from the Middle English word 'on live' which meant 'in living'. It has been in use since the 14th century. The concept of being alive has been a fundamental aspect of human existence, with various cultural and religious interpretations. The word is often associated with vitality, energy, and the opposite of death, making it a powerful and evocative term in many contexts.