overlive

/ˌoʊvərˈlaɪv/

Definitions

1. verb

to live beyond the normal span of life; to outlast or outlive something

“The tree overlived the harsh winter and continued to thrive in the spring.”

2. verb

to continue in existence or operation beyond the normal or expected time

“The old factory overlived its usefulness and was eventually demolished.”

3. noun

a person or thing that lives beyond the normal span of life

“The overlive of the species is attributed to its ability to adapt to changing environments.”

Synonyms

  • endure
  • outlive
  • survive

Antonyms

  • die
  • perish