surviving

verb
UK: /səˈvaɪvɪŋ/
US: /sərˈvaɪvɪŋ/

  1. Remaining alive or in existence.

    1. The surviving members were happy to be alive
    2. The surviving painting provides a glimpse into the artist's early style

  2. Continuing to function or prosper.

    1. Only the fittest are surviving in this difficult situation.
    2. The business is surviving despite the economic downturn thanks to loyal customers.

Synonyms

remaining enduring
surviving adjective

  1. Still living or existing after a dangerous event or time.

    1. He is the sole surviving member of the team.
    2. The surviving documents reveal details of the historical period.

  2. Relating to something that continues to exist or function.

    1. The surviving traditions provide a sense of cultural identity.
    2. Efforts are focused on preserving surviving natural habitats for future generations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "surviving" in English means: Remaining alive or in existence., Continuing to function or prosper..

The phonetic transcription of "surviving" is /səˈvaɪvɪŋ/ in British English and /sərˈvaɪvɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "surviving": remaining, enduring.

Example usage of "surviving": "The surviving members were happy to be alive". More examples on the page.