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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.

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Word Description / Examples
coexist

Used when different groups, entities, or species live or operate together in the same place or at the same time without conflict.

  • The two communities managed to coexist peacefully despite their differences.
  • Nature teaches us that different species can coexist harmoniously.
live together

Refers to people or animals sharing the same living space. Commonly used when talking about household arrangements or relationships.

  • After getting married, they decided to live together in a small town.
  • Cats and dogs can learn to live together peacefully.
exist together

Generally used to describe the state of two or more things being present at the same time and place. Less specific than 'coexist,' often used in informal contexts.

  • They learned how to exist together in the same apartment.
  • Different cultures can exist together in a multicultural society.
harmonize

Used when different elements work together in a way that is pleasing or efficient. Often used in relation to music, ideas, or aesthetics.

  • The choir's voices harmonize beautifully.
  • The colors in the painting harmonize perfectly.

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.