Subsist: meaning, definitions and examples
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subsist
[ sษbหsษชst ]
survival, existence
To subsist means to maintain or support oneself, especially at a minimal level. It often refers to the basic means of living, such as food, shelter, and resources. People may subsist on limited means, indicating they are only able to survive rather than thrive. The term can also encompass the concept of existing in a specific state or condition.
Synonyms
endure, exist, live, survive, sustain.
Examples of usage
- The hikers struggled to subsist on the limited supplies they had.
- Many communities subsist on agriculture and fishing.
- He found ways to subsist despite the challenging circumstances.
- In the wilderness, creatures must learn to subsist with what they find.
Translations
Translations of the word "subsist" in other languages:
๐ต๐น subsistir
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคธเฅเคคเคฟเคคเฅเคต เคฎเฅเค เคฐเคนเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช bestehen
๐ฎ๐ฉ bertahan
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฝัะฒะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ trwaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๅญ็ถใใ
๐ซ๐ท subsister
๐ช๐ธ subsistir
๐น๐ท var olmak
๐ฐ๐ท ์กด์ํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุณุชู ุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ existovat
๐ธ๐ฐ existovaลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ็ๅญ
๐ธ๐ฎ preลพiveti
๐ฎ๐ธ lifaรฐ
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัััััะปัะบ ะตัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แกแแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mรถvcud olmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ subsistir
Etymology
The word 'subsist' originates from the Latin word 'subsistere', with 'sub-' meaning 'under' and 'sistere' meaning 'to stand'. This etymology reflects the idea of standing under or supporting oneself. The term was adopted into Middle English from Old French during the 14th century, where it maintained its original meaning related to survival and existence. Over time, 'subsist' has been used in various contexts, particularly in philosophical discussions about the nature of existence and the conditions required for life. The concept of subsistence has evolved to also encompass economic discussions regarding the minimum resources necessary for survival in different environments.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,834, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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