outlived
word · lemma: outlive
Definition
To live longer than someone else, or to last longer than something else.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in both literal (lifespan) and figurative (lasting longer than trends or objects) contexts. Common with people, pets, technology, or ideas. 'Outlived its usefulness' is a standard phrase for something no longer needed.
Spanish: sobrevivir a - vivir más quePortuguese (BR): sobreviver a - viver mais do quePortuguese (PT): sobreviver a - viver mais do queChinese (Simplified): 比...活得久 - 比...多活Chinese (Traditional): 比...活得久 - 比...多活Hindi: से अधिक समय तक जीवित रहनाArabic: عاش أطول من - بقي على قيد الحياة بعد
Example Sentences
He outlived his younger brother by ten years.
basic
Many turtles have outlived their owners.
basic
That building has outlived its original purpose.
basic
My grandmother outlived everyone else in her family.
natural
This trend has definitely outlived its usefulness.
natural
I can’t believe my old phone has outlived all my newer ones!
natural