Definition of "alive" in İngilizce

adjective

1. Having life; living; not dead.

   • As long as the plant is alive, he will continue to water it.

2. In a state of action; in force or operation; existent.

   • to keep the fire alive
   • to keep the affections alive

3. Busy with activity of many living beings; swarming; thronged; busy.

   • Although quite dull during the day, the main street comes alive at night, with many bars and clubs opening.

4. (of electrical wiring) Carrying electrical current; energized.

   • DANGER: OVERHEAD CATENARY—WIRE IS ALIVE

5. (in the construction "alive to") Aware of; sensitive to.

   • We are alive to the ongoing potential for terrorist attacks.

6. Sprightly; lively; brisk.

7. Susceptible, sensitive; easy to impress; having keen feelings, as opposed to apathy.

8. (intensifier) Out of all living creatures.

   • The Whitest Boy Alive

9. (programming) Synonym of live.