Definition of Exist
Exist
ex·ist
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to be real in some way, for example to have a physical form or to actually occur;
e.g. We know that dinosaurs used to exist because we have found fossils of their bones. He is looking for a book that does not exist, because he somehow remembers reading it.
(verb)
to occur in a particular situation or place, often continuing to do so;
e.g. Many false beliefs about sharks exist because of horror movies.
(verb)
to live or survive, especially in harsh or difficult circumstances;
e.g. He makes just enough money to exist in such an expensive city.
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