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Survivor Definition & Meaning

survivor
noun
  1. one who lives through affliction; "the survivors of the fire were taken to a hospital"
  2. one who outlives another; "he left his farm to his survivors"
  3. an animal that survives in spite of adversity; "only the fittest animals were survivors of the cold winters"

"Survivor" in song lyrics

See how survivor is used in real songs:

  • "Witness through the eyes of a survivor"
    A-Wax f/ Woodie — Journey
  • "Get it how you live, I'm a known survivor"
    Baby (AKA the #1 Stunna) f/ Toni Braxton — Baby You Can Do It
  • "Like DC3 I'm a survivor"
    Benzino f/ Pink — Nobody Liver

Usage tips for "survivor"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "survivor" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for survivor to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does survivor mean?
one who lives through affliction; "the survivors of the fire were taken to a hospital" one who outlives another; "he left his farm to his survivors" an animal that survives in spite of adversity; "only the fittest animals were survivors of the cold winters"
What part of speech is survivor?
Survivor is a noun.
How many definitions does survivor have?
Survivor has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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