Coexist: meaning, definitions and examples
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coexist
[ ˌkoʊ.ɪɡˈzɪst ]
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.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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coexist |
Used when different groups, entities, or species live or operate together in the same place or at the same time without conflict.
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live together |
Refers to people or animals sharing the same living space. Commonly used when talking about household arrangements or relationships.
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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.
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harmonize |
Used when different elements work together in a way that is pleasing or efficient. Often used in relation to music, ideas, or aesthetics.
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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.