live

[lɪv]

live Definition

  • 1to remain alive or have life
  • 2to reside or dwell in a particular place
  • 3to experience and enjoy a particular situation or activity

Using live: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "live" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I want to live a long and healthy life.

  • Example

    She lives in a small apartment in the city.

  • Example

    I've always wanted to live abroad.

  • Example

    He's living the dream as a professional athlete.

  • Example

    We only live once, so make the most of it.

live Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for live

Phrases with live

  • live up to

    to fulfill or meet expectations or standards

    Example

    I hope I can live up to my parents' expectations.

  • to focus on and enjoy the present rather than worrying about the past or future

    Example

    I try to live in the moment and not stress too much about the future.

  • to accept others' differences and beliefs without trying to change or interfere with them

    Example

    I don't agree with his lifestyle choices, but I believe in live and let live.

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Summary: live in Brief

The verb 'live' [lɪv] has three main meanings: to remain alive, to reside or dwell in a particular place, and to experience and enjoy a particular situation or activity. It can be used in phrases like 'live up to,' meaning to fulfill expectations, and 'live in the moment,' meaning to focus on the present. 'Live and let live' is an idiom that means to accept others' differences and beliefs.

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