coexisting

Thân thiện

Two different species of birds are coexisting peacefully in the same tree.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Existing at the same time: Describes two or more things, conditions, or entities that are present or occur simultaneously.

Usage

The adjective coexisting is used to describe a state of simultaneous existence. It is often applied to abstract concepts, conditions, or entities that share the same temporal space, whether harmoniously or not. It is typically placed before a noun or used after a linking verb.

Examples

• Adjective:
  • The study examines the coexisting cultures within the ancient city. (The study looks at the cultures that existed at the same time in the ancient city.)
  • Peaceful coexisting communities are the foundation of a strong society. (Communities that exist together peacefully are the foundation of a strong society.)
  • The patient was diagnosed with several coexisting medical conditions. (The patient was found to have several medical conditions present at the same time.)

Advanced Usage

• "coexisting with": This phrase is commonly used to specify what something exists alongside.
  • The new policy focuses on wildlife coexisting with urban development. (The new policy focuses on wildlife existing at the same time and in the same space as urban development.)

Variants and Related Words

• Coexist (verb): To exist at the same time or in the same place.
  • Different religions can coexist peacefully in a tolerant society.
• Coexistence (noun): The state of existing at the same time.
  • The treaty ensured a period of peaceful coexistence between the nations.

Synonyms

• Concurrent: Happening or existing at the same time.
• Simultaneous: Occurring or operating at the same time.
• Contemporary: Belonging to or occurring in the present; in this context, it can mean existing at the same period.

Antonyms

• Sequential: Forming or following a logical order or sequence in time.
• Successive: Following one another in time or order.

Related Phrases

• Peaceful coexistence: A principle or state where different groups exist together without conflict.
  • The doctrine of peaceful coexistence was a key part of their foreign policy.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. existing at the same time

Từ đồng nghĩa

• coexistent