Coexistence — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb noun /ˌkō-ig-ˈzist/ co·ex·ist

Meaning & Definition of Coexistence

Coexistence (verb)

  1. to exist together or at the same time
  2. to live in peace with each other especially as a matter of policy

Coexistence (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the occurrence or existence of several things at once

    "a difficult economic situation marked by the coexistence of inflation and unemployment"

    similar: coincidence, concurrence, concurrency
    related: development, happening, occurrence, coevality, contemporaneousness, simultaneousness, synchronism, synchrony
    near: asynchrony

Related Entry: Coexist (verb)

Coexist is a different word from Coexistence. The synonyms below are for coexist, not for coexistence.

  1. to occur or exist at the same time

    "two nations that should be able to coexist without conflict"

    similar: accompany, attend, co-occur, coincide, concur, synchronize
    related: chance, hap, happen, transpire
    near: antedate, precede, predate, follow, succeed

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Coexistence

The most common words with a similar meaning to Coexistence:

coincidence, concurrence, concurrency

Related Words for Coexistence

development, happening, occurrence, coevality, contemporaneousness, simultaneousness, synchronism, synchrony

Near Antonyms of Coexistence

asynchrony

Word Forms of Coexistence

Inflections: coexisted, coexisting, coexists

Derived words: coexistence (noun), coexistent (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Coexistence

First known use: 1667

Frequently Asked Questions about Coexistence

What does "Coexistence" mean?

"Coexistence" means to exist together or at the same time. As an a verb and a noun, it is defined as: to exist together or at the same time.

What is another word for "Coexistence"?

Other words for "Coexistence" include coincidence, concurrence and concurrency. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Coexistence" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Coexistence"?

There are 11 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Coexistence". Common alternatives include coincidence, concurrence and concurrency.

How do you use "Coexistence" in a sentence?

Examples of "Coexistence" in a sentence: "a difficult economic situation marked by the coexistence of inflation and unemployment".

Is "Coexistence" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Coexistence" can be used as a verb and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Coexistence"?

"Coexistence" is pronounced /ˌkō-ig-ˈzist/ and divided into syllables as co·ex·ist.

What is the origin of the word "Coexistence"?

First known use: 1667.

What is another word for "Coexistence" meaning "the occurrence or existence of several things at once"?

When "Coexistence" (noun) means the occurrence or existence of several things at once, synonyms include coincidence, concurrence and concurrency.