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Coexisting: meaning, definitions and examples

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coexisting

 

[ ˌkōˈegzistiNG ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a peaceful or harmonious way

Existing or occurring together in harmony. The act of coexisting involves living or existing together in a peaceful and mutually beneficial way. It implies a state of being alongside others without conflict or competition.

Synonyms

existing together, harmoniously cohabiting, living together

Examples of usage

  • The two species have been coexisting in the same ecosystem for centuries.
  • Despite their differences, they managed to coexist peacefully in the neighborhood.

Translations

Translations of the word "coexisting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coexistindo

🇮🇳 सहअस्तित्व

🇩🇪 koexistierend

🇮🇩 berdampingan

🇺🇦 співіснуючий

🇵🇱 współistniejący

🇯🇵 共存している (kyōzon shite iru)

🇫🇷 coexistant

🇪🇸 coexistiendo

🇹🇷 birlikte var olan

🇰🇷 공존하는 (gongjonhaneun)

🇸🇦 متعايش

🇨🇿 současně existující

🇸🇰 spolužijúci

🇨🇳 共存的 (gòngcún de)

🇸🇮 sobivajoč

🇮🇸 samvistandi

🇰🇿 қатар өмір сүретін

🇬🇪 თანაარსებობს (tanaarsebobs)

🇦🇿 birgə mövcud olan

🇲🇽 coexistiendo

Etymology

The word 'coexisting' is a derivative of the verb 'coexist,' which originated in the mid-17th century from the Latin word 'coexistere,' meaning 'exist together.' The concept of coexistence has been a fundamental aspect of human societies and ecosystems, emphasizing the importance of peaceful and harmonious relationships. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass various contexts, from diplomatic relations between nations to the peaceful cohabitation of different species in nature.

See also: coexist, exist, existence, existing.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,561, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.