Word: Living

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪvɪŋ/

Definitions

• Noun: The condition of being alive; life, especially in relation to creature comforts or sustenance. For example: “The bear was making its living by fishing in the river.”

  • As a Noun (in the sense of livelihood): Earnings or income derived from work or investments; means of subsistence. Example: “They were able to make a good living through their small business.”

• Adjective: Having life; alive. Example: “The living organisms in the pond included fish and plants.”

  • As an Adjective (in the sense of current or contemporary): Currently existing or happening; not dead or past. Example: “These are the living traditions of our ancestors.”

• Verb (Present participle of live): To have one’s permanent home in a place; reside. Example: “They are living in New York City now.”

  • Also used in the context of ‘to experience or endure something’. Example: “She has been living with chronic pain for years.”

Phrases

• “Make a living”: To earn enough money to support oneself or one’s family. Example: “She makes a living as a freelance writer.”
• “Living room”: A room in a house for general everyday use, often used for socializing with guests.
• “Living wage”: A wage sufficient to maintain a normal standard of living.

Example Sentences

• Noun (life): “Her love for nature was a vital part of her living.”
• Noun (livelihood): “Through hard work, he managed to secure a comfortable living for his family.”
• Adjective: “The living conditions in the city improved significantly.”
• Verb: “Despite numerous challenges, they’re happily living their dream life in the countryside.”

Synonyms

• Alive
• Existing
• Residing
• Surviving
• Breathing
• Inhabiting (as a verb)
• Subsisting (in the context of livelihood)