surviving

[sərˈvaɪvɪŋ]

surviving Definition

continuing to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship.

Using surviving: Examples

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

• Example

  After the earthquake, many people were left surviving on very little food and water.

• Example

  The surviving members of the band decided to continue playing music in honor of their fallen friend.

• Example

  She was the only surviving member of her family after the tragic accident.

surviving Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for surviving

• enduring
• persisting
• remaining

Antonyms for surviving

• dying
• perishing

Phrases with surviving

• surviving spouse

  a person whose partner has died and who has not remarried

  Example

  The surviving spouse will inherit the entire estate.

• surviving child

  a child who has outlived one or both parents

  Example

  The surviving child was taken in by his aunt and uncle.

• surviving family members

  the relatives of a deceased person who are still alive

  Example

  The surviving family members gathered together to mourn their loss.

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Summary: surviving in Brief

The term 'surviving' [sərˈvaɪvɪŋ] refers to something that continues to exist despite danger or hardship. It can describe people, such as 'surviving family members,' or things, like 'surviving documents.' The phrase 'surviving spouse' refers to someone whose partner has died and who has not remarried.