1. Adjective
Having life, in opposition to dead; living; being in a state in which the organs perform their functions; as, an animal or a plant which is alive.
2. Adjective
In a state of action; in force or operation; unextinguished; unexpired; existent; as, to keep the fire alive; to keep the affections alive.
3. Adjective
Exhibiting the activity and motion of many living beings; swarming; thronged.
4. Adjective
Sprightly; lively; brisk.
5. Adjective
Having susceptibility; easily impressed; having lively feelings, as opposed to apathy; sensitive.
6. Adjective
Of all living (by way of emphasis).
7. Adjective
(followed by ‘to’ or ‘of’) aware of; "is alive to the moods of others"
Vocabulary classified under Emotion and tone
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