viva

interjection

vi·​va ˈvē-və 

-ˌvä

—used to express goodwill or approval

Word History

Etymology

Italian & Spanish, long live, from 3rd person singular present subjunctive of vivere to live, from Latin — more at quick entry 1

First Known Use

1682, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing viva

• viva voce

Rhymes for viva

• diva
• iva
• shiva
• gingiva
• oliva
• yeshiva