life-giving

adjective

life-giv·​ing ˈlīf-ˌgi-viŋ How to pronounce life-giving (audio)
Synonyms of life-givingnext
: giving or having power to give life and spirit : invigorating

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This process is complicated by the fact that five have domes that dramatically reduce the amount of life-giving sunlight. Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 5 June 2026 Your 2nd House of Money meaningfully strengthens as the rooted Moon forms a supportive trine with the life-giving Sun in your 6th House of Work. Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 5 June 2026 By employing his knowledge of advanced technology to achieve his goal of crafting a spaceship to transport life-giving water back to his dry planet, Newton creates enormous wealth for his insane aqua-ark idea. Jeff Spry, Space.com, 29 May 2026 The key ingredients to thank for this life-giving, radiant finish are allantoin, aloe, and niacinamide, which help smooth and calm the skin with every swipe and blend. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for life-giving

Word History

First Known Use

1550, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of life-giving was in 1550

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“Life-giving.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life-giving. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.

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