coexist

verb

co·​ex·​ist ˌkō-ig-ˈzist 

coexisted; coexisting; coexists

intransitive 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

ˌkō-ig-ˈzi-stən(t)s 

noun

coexistent

ˌkō-ig-ˈzi-stənt 

adjective

Synonyms

• accompany
• attend
• co-occur
• coincide
• concur
• synchronize

Examples of coexist in a Sentence

The species coexist in the same environment.

Can the two countries peacefully coexist?

Recent Examples on the Web

Though finding a quarterback remains the Steelers’ largest looming question, the uncertainty to consider is how Metcalf and George Pickens — two supremely talented but also sometimes fiery personalities — will coexist in the same offense. —Mike Defabo, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025

The trailer continues with more stunning snippets showing how penguins manage to face predators, attempt daring dives, and coexist with humans. —Kelli Bender, People.com, 12 Mar. 2025

People of diverse religions, skin colors, languages and cultures coexist harmoniously. —Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025

The Knicks need to see Robinson and Towns in live action because their season may ultimately hinge on their ability to coexist. —Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 2 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1667, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for coexist

• blastocyst
• bolshevist
• egoist
• hedonist
• jihadist
• nativist
• oculist
• reminisced
• assist
• blacklist
• booklist
• checklist

Kids Definition

coexist

verb

co·​ex·​ist ˌkō-ig-ˈzist 

1

: to exist together or at the same time

2

: to live in peace with each other

coexistence

-ˈzis-tən(t)s 

noun

coexistent

-tənt 

adjective