Definitions

1. verb

to continue to live or exist in spite of difficulties or hardships

“The family had to survive on a very tight budget after the father lost his job.”

2. verb

to continue to function or exist in a particular form or state

“The company will survive the economic downturn if it cuts costs.”

3. verb

to come through or endure a difficult or unpleasant situation

“The team managed to survive the tough opponents in the tournament.”

4. noun

the state of continuing to live or exist

“The survivor of the plane crash was left with severe injuries.”