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alive
adjective
UK:
/əˈlaɪv/
US:
/əˈlaɪv/
Living; not dead.
My grandpa is still alive.
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Despite the accident, all passengers were found alive and well.
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Full of energy, enthusiasm, or excitement.
She felt alive on her birthday.
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The music kept the party alive until the early hours.
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Remaining active or in use.
The memory of her is alive.
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The debate about the topic is still alive and sparking disagreement.
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Synonyms
living
animated
active
vibrant
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the word "alive" mean in English?
The word "alive" in English means: Living; not dead., Full of energy, enthusiasm, or excitement., Remaining active or in use..
What is the phonetic transcription of "alive" in English?
The phonetic transcription of "alive" is
/əˈlaɪv/
in British English and
/əˈlaɪv/
in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.
What are the english synonyms of "alive"?
Synonyms for "alive": living, animated, active, vibrant.
How to use "alive" in sentences?
Example usage of "alive": "My grandpa is still alive.". More examples on the page.