Synonyms for

Survived

Verb / sɜ:ˈvaɪvd / Another word for survived — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to remain alive or in existence

Synonyms & similar words

exist endure survive succumb go comethrough pullthrough makeit last liveon pullround holdout outlast live holdup subsist outlive persevered endured outlasted weathered overcame prevailed existed persisted surmounted withstood remained

Synonyms by register

Formal

endured persisted weathered outlasted

Informal

made it pulled through got by came out alive

Literary

remained abided persisted

Antonyms

perished died failed succumbed lost fell vanished

Common collocations

  • survived the accident
  • survived the attack
  • survived the ordeal
  • survived the crash
  • survived the storm
  • survived the war
  • survived the fire

Word family

noun survival
verb survive
adjective survivable
adverb survivably

Usage note

The verb 'survive' indicates continuing to live or exist, especially after a dangerous event or difficult period. It is often used with prepositions like 'through' or 'despite'.

Example sentences

  1. He survived the plane crash and lived to tell the tale.
  2. The plant survived the harsh winter and bloomed in the spring.
  3. She survived cancer after months of treatment.
  4. The team survived the tough competition and won the championship.
  5. The company survived the economic recession and is now thriving.

Quotes

  • I have survived moments of great despair and I've climbed back to light.
  • You have survived 100% of your worst days. This too shall pass.
  • I have survived because I have an amazing support system.

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