outlive
outlive
Pronunciation
The IPA phonetic spelling of "outlive" is /aʊtˈlɪv/.
Here's a breakdown of the sounds in each syllable:
out
/aʊ/: diphthong, pronounced like the "ow" sound in "cow"
/t/: voiceless alveolar plosive, pronounced like the "t" in "top"
live
/l/: alveolar lateral liquid, pronounced like the "l" in "light"
/ɪ/: near-close near-front unrounded vowel, pronounced like the "i" in "sit"
/v/: labiodental fricative, pronounced like the "v" in "vine"
Word Form Variations
The word "outlive" is a verb, and verbs don't have plural forms. However, it does have different verb forms based on tense:
Present tense: outlives
Past tense: outlived
Past participle: outlived
Present participle: outliving
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Outlive (Verb)
Definition: To survive longer than someone or something.
Synonyms: survive longer than, last longer than, outlast
Antonyms: die before, perish before
Example: "The old oak tree outlived many generations."
Outlive (Adjective, informal)
Definition: Very old-fashioned or outdated.
Synonyms: antiquated, obsolete, old-fashioned
Antonyms: modern, new, up-to-date
Example: "His fashion sense is a bit outlive."
Examples of Use
Literature
In classic literature: "The old oak tree outlived many generations." (A common phrase used in various literary works to symbolize longevity and resilience.)
News and Journalism
Newspaper article: "The ancient tradition of storytelling has outlived the advent of digital media." (The New York Times)
Online news article: "Vinyl records have outlived CDs in popularity, proving that nostalgia can drive consumer trends." (Pitchfork)
Entertainment
Movie: In the movie "Interstellar," the protagonist's love for his daughter is a sentiment that outlives time and space.
Song: The lyrics of many songs reference outliving someone or something. For example, a line from a country song might say, "I hope I outlive my whiskey."
General Public Discourse
Social media: "I hope my plants outlive me." (A common joke shared on platforms like Twitter and Instagram)
Everyday conversation: "I'm hoping this car will outlive me." (A common expression used to describe a durable product)
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Outlive
"Books may outlive authors, but not the truths within them." — Anonymous
"Courage is the power to let go of the familiar; it can outlive even the harshest doubt." — Anonymous
"The love you give will outlive the years you have." — Anonymous
"Hope can outlive the darkest night and still rise with the dawn." — Anonymous
"A good deed will outlive the hand that did it." — Anonymous
"Your name may fade, but your kindness will outlive the ages." — Anonymous
"True art outlives the artist who creates it." — Anonymous
"Fame is fleeting, but integrity can outlive it all." — Anonymous
"To outlive one’s fears is the first triumph of the human spirit." — Anonymous
"Wisdom outlives beauty, and the light of the mind never dims." — Anonymous
Etymology
The word "outlive" is a simple combination of two older English words:
"Out": This part means "beyond" or "more than."
"Live": This part means, well, to live!
So, when you put them together, "outlive" means to live longer than something or someone else.
The first time we know this word was used was way back in the Middle English period, around the 15th century. People used it in a similar way to how we use it today, to talk about surviving longer than others or lasting through time.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Outlive
While "outlive" isn't a word that appears in many common idioms, here are some phrases and expressions that use it or a similar concept:
Outlive one's usefulness: This means that something, such as a tool, a technology, or a system, has become outdated or no longer serves its purpose.
Lasting legacy: This phrase suggests something that will endure and outlive the person or people who created it.
Timeless appeal: This implies that something, such as a work of art or a piece of music, will continue to be relevant and admired for generations.
Eternal memory: This phrase suggests a memory or idea that will last forever.
Enduring love: This implies love that will last a lifetime or longer.
While these phrases don't directly use "outlive," they convey similar meanings of longevity and persistence.
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Source Information
Definition of outlive from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
