B1nounnaturehealth
US/sərˈvaɪ.vəl/
UK/səˈvaɪ.vəl/
the state of continuing to live or exist, especially after danger or difficulty
In context
Clean water is essential for survival after a big flood.
Many small restaurants are fighting for survival because rents keep rising.
Doctors said his chances of survival were low, but he recovered completely.
Words that go with survival
noun + preposition
- chance of survivalEarly treatment gives patients a better chance of survival.
- struggle for survivalFor many farmers, every dry season is a struggle for survival.
verb + preposition
- fight for survivalWild animals in the city must fight for survival every day.
noun + noun
- survival rateThe survival rate for this cancer has improved a lot.
adjective + noun
- long-term survivalThe long-term survival of the business depends on online sales.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
The survive of the company is in danger.Correct: The survival of the company is in danger.