survival

noun/sərˈvaɪvəl/

Frequency rank: #2,562 of 20,003 in the WORDED list (wordfreq data)

Meaning

The state of continuing to live, especially despite danger or difficulty.

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Example sentence

In the wilderness, learning how to build a shelter is essential for survival.

Synonyms & related words

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