Coexist: meaning, definitions and examples

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coexist

 

[ ˌkoʊ.ɪɡˈzɪst ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

living together peacefully

To coexist means to exist together or at the same time in the same place. It implies a state of harmony or peaceful cohabitation between different groups, individuals, or species.

Synonyms

exist together, harmonize, live together

Examples of usage

  • Animals and humans can coexist in the same environment if they respect each other's boundaries.
  • The two rival gangs have managed to coexist in the neighborhood without conflict.
  • Religious tolerance is essential for different faiths to coexist peacefully.
  • Despite their differences, the two roommates were able to coexist in the small apartment.
  • The challenge is to find a way for technology and nature to coexist sustainably.

Translations

Translations of the word "coexist" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coexistir

🇮🇳 सहअस्तित्व रखना

🇩🇪 koexistieren

🇮🇩 hidup berdampingan

🇺🇦 співіснувати

🇵🇱 koegzystować

🇯🇵 共存する

🇫🇷 coexister

🇪🇸 coexistir

🇹🇷 birlikte var olmak

🇰🇷 공존하다

🇸🇦 تعايش

🇨🇿 spolužit

🇸🇰 spolužiť

🇨🇳 共存 (gòngcún)

🇸🇮 sobivati

🇮🇸 lifað saman

🇰🇿 бірге өмір сүру

🇬🇪 თანაცხოვრება

🇦🇿 birgə yaşamaq

🇲🇽 coexistir

Etymology

The term 'coexist' originated in the mid-16th century, derived from the Latin word 'coexistere,' which means 'exist together.' The concept of coexistence has been promoted as a fundamental principle for peaceful relations between individuals, cultures, and nations. It emphasizes mutual respect, tolerance, and understanding in order to live together harmoniously despite differences.

See also: coexisting, exist, existence, existing.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,846, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.