📖 Definitions of "Alive"
adjective
- 1
Having life; living; not dead
"As long as the plant is alive, he will continue to water it."
- 2
In a state of action; in force or operation; existent
"to keep the affections alive"
- 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
Sprightly; lively; brisk.
adjective
- 1
(only used attributively) Having life; that is alive.
"The post office will not ship live animals."
- 2
Being in existence; actual
"He is a live example of the consequences of excessive drinking."
- 3
Having active properties; being energized.
- 4
Operational; in actual use rather than in testing etc.
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