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Meaning of the word alive in English

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alive

US /əˈlaɪv/
UK /əˈlaɪv/
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Adjective

1.

living, not dead

Example:
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Is your grandmother still alive?
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The fish was still alive when I caught it.
Synonym:
deaddeceased
2.

still in existence or operation; active

Example:
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The tradition is still very much alive in this community.
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The debate about climate change is very much alive.
Synonym:
activeexistentoperational
3.

full of life and energy; lively

Example:
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The city comes alive at night with music and lights.
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He felt more alive than ever after his adventure.
Synonym:
livelyenergeticvibrant
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