Words To Describe Living Things

adjective giving life; living; existing; not dead

• The scientist was amazed to discover that the ancient species thought to be extinct was still alive.
• I can't believe he's still alive after that crazy stunt he pulled.
• I feel so alive when I'm dancing at a concert.
• Her passion for music makes her feel more alive than ever before.

adjective still in existence; surviving

• The extant manuscripts of this ancient text provide valuable insights into the culture of that time.
• There are only a few extant copies of that book left.
• Dude, that car is so old, it's practically extant!
• The extant remnants of her childhood memories still linger in her mind.