Definition

To live longer than someone or something; to continue to exist or be in use longer than another.

Example

He hopes to outlive his friends and family.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that Grandma might outlive us all?

I wouldn't be surprised! She has so much energy.

It's amazing how she can still do everything at her age.

Yeah, I hope I can outlive all my worries like she does!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Outlive → It is formed from "out-" (meaning beyond or surpassing) and "live" (from Old English "libban", meaning to be alive). The word "outlive" means to live beyond a certain point or to survive longer than someone or something else.

Memory Tip

Think of living 'beyond' ('out-') a certain time — that's why outlive means to survive longer than others.

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