Outlive/ˌaʊtˈlɪv/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Emotional weight Can express deep emotion, especially in a family context when surviving relatives. She outlived her husband and missed him dearly. Pro Tip 2/3Not always positive Sometimes indicates tragedy or loneliness, as outliving someone can be unexpected or sad. It's a parent's nightmare to outlive their children. Pro Tip 3/3Beyond humans Can refer to animals or entities, indicating their survival beyond a companion or group. The old oak tree outlived generations of squirrels.