survive

A2
Pronunciation
/səˈvʌɪv/
/sɚˈvaɪv/
Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Of a person, to continue to live; to remain alive.

2 Definition

Of an object or concept, to continue to exist.

3 Definition

To live longer than; to outlive.

Example Sentences
  • His children survived him; he was survived by his children.
4 Definition

To live past a life-threatening event.

Example Sentences
  • He did not survive the accident.
5 Definition

To be a victim of usually non-fatal harm, to honor and empower the strength of an individual to heal, in particular a living victim of sexual abuse or assault.

6 Definition

Of a team, to avoid relegation or demotion to a lower division or league.