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Alive

/əˈlaɪv/

Having life; living; not dead

📖 Definitions of "Alive"

adjective
  1. 1

    Having life; living; not dead

    "As long as the plant is alive, he will continue to water it."

  2. 2

    In a state of action; in force or operation; existent

    "to keep the affections alive"

  3. 3

    Busy with activity of many living beings; swarming; thronged; busy.

    "Although quite dull during the day, the main street comes alive at night, with many bars and clubs opening."

  4. 4

    Sprightly; lively; brisk.

adjective
  1. 1

    (only used attributively) Having life; that is alive.

    "The post office will not ship live animals."

  2. 2

    Being in existence; actual

    "He is a live example of the consequences of excessive drinking."

  3. 3

    Having active properties; being energized.

  4. 4

    Operational; in actual use rather than in testing etc.

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