life-giving

adjective

life-giv·​ing ˈlīf-ˌgi-viŋ 

: giving or having power to give life and spirit : invigorating entry 1

Examples of life-giving in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The result is a twisted, naturalistic fairytale about structural realities; with the right boot-heel at one’s neck, even ostensibly life-giving forces like forests and rivers can be turned against innocent people. — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 5 Sep. 2026

Adobos, whether with three chiles or the lone suave guajillo chile, become life-giving purees for marinated fish, chicken and beef shank. — Scott Hocker, TheWeek, 25 Aug. 2026

The church leader in charge of translating and distributing biblical literature around the world made an impassioned call for funds, likening the texts to life-giving rain. — Literary Hub, 24 July 2026

Given Cregger’s scary-good track record, this one may be as refreshing as a life-giving green herb. — Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 15 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1550, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for life-giving

• unforgiving
• almsgiving
• caregiving
• forgiving
• misgiving
• nonliving
• reliving
• thanksgiving
• giving
• living
• sieving