01 a. 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…
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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.
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In a state of action; in force or operation; unextinguished; unexpired; existent; as, to keep the fire alive; to keep the affections alive.
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Exhibiting the activity and motion of many living beings; swarming; thronged.“The Boyne, for a quarter of a mile, was alive with muskets and green boughs.” — Macaulay.
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Sprightly; lively; brisk.
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Having susceptibility; easily impressed; having lively feelings, as opposed to apathy; sensitive.“Tremblingly alive to nature's laws.” — Falconer.
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Of all living (by way of emphasis).“Northumberland was the proudest man alive.” — Clarendon.