Survive

Synonyms of survive

• persist
• endure
• thrive

Antonyms of survive

• die
• perish
• succumb

Collocations of survive

survive the storm

Frequency: 80 %

The old house was able to survive the storm without any major damage.

survive and thrive

Frequency: 70 %

Despite facing many challenges, the business was able to survive and thrive in the competitive market.

survive against all odds

Frequency: 60 %

The hiker managed to survive against all odds after being lost in the wilderness for a week.

survive the test of time

Frequency: 50 %

Their friendship has survived the test of time and remains strong after all these years.

Idiomatic Expressions for survive

• Phrase: barely survive
  Meaning: to just manage to stay alive or cope with a difficult situation
  Usage: After losing his job, he could barely survive on his savings.