Synonyms for

Alive

Verb / ʌˈlaɪv / Another word for alive — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Having life or existence; not dead.

Synonyms & similar words

alert unanimated animated awake dead active live living animated existing surviving breathing vital active thriving awake aware conscious responsive sensitive animated lively dynamic energetic vigorous flourishing robust

Synonyms by register

Formal

living animate viable existing

Informal

kicking breathing with it on the go

Literary

quickened vital sentient

Antonyms

dead deceased lifeless extinct gone vanished dormant

Common collocations

  • alive and well
  • alive and kicking
  • come alive
  • keep alive
  • stay alive
  • bring to life
  • feel alive
  • fully alive

Word family

noun life
verb enliven
adverb alively

Usage note

Often used to emphasize that someone or something is not dead or inactive. Can also be used figuratively to describe something full of energy or excitement.

Example sentences

  1. The flowers are alive and colorful.
  2. The baby bird is alive and learning to fly.
  3. I am grateful to be alive and healthy.
  4. The city is alive with excitement during the holidays.
  5. The forest is alive with different animals and plants.

Quotes

  • The purpose of life is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience. - Eleanor Roosevelt
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • In three words I can sum up everything I've learned about life: it goes on. - Robert Frost

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