survivor
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
a person who stays alive after a dangerous event like an accident, war, or natural disaster.
an individual who remains alive following a specific traumatic event, disaster, or life-threatening situation.
Simple“Rescue workers searched the collapsed building for any survivors of the earthquake.”
In context“The charity provides long-term psychological support for survivors of the conflict, helping them reintegrate into peaceful society.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
a person who is strong enough to deal with difficult situations in their life.
a person who demonstrates resilience and the ability to endure or overcome significant personal hardship.
Simple“She is a real survivor who managed to build a new life after losing her job and her home.”
In context“Colleagues admired him as a survivor of the corporate restructuring, noting his ability to adapt to every management change.”
Synonyms
From survive + -or.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.