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.

Synonyms: alive and kicking, extant, vital, existing, extant, ever, in the world, frisky

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.

Synonyms: real, hot, alive, living, in person, in the flesh

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