What does LIVED mean?

Parts of Speech

Lived is a verb.

Definitions

Lived is the past tense and past participle of the verb "live." It means to exist, remain alive, or reside in a particular place.

Pronunciations

US: /lɪvd/

UK: /lɪvd/

Origin and Usage

The word "live" has its roots in the Old English word "libban," which means "to remain alive." The word "lived" is commonly used to describe past events or experiences, such as "I lived in Paris for two years." It can also be used to describe someones way of life or habits, such as "She lived a quiet life in the countryside."

Synonyms

Resided, dwelled, stayed, inhabited, occupied.

Related Words

Drive, loved, rived, sieve, skive.

Example Sentences

• She lived in New York City for 10 years before moving to Los Angeles.
• He lived a healthy lifestyle, exercising regularly and eating a balanced diet.
• They lived through some tough times, but they always managed to pull through.