Synonyms of existing

existing 1 of 2

adjective

as in extant

having being at the present time

existing breeds of the turkey that graces our Thanksgiving table are said to bear little resemblance to the gamy birds that the Pilgrims enjoyed

Synonyms & Similar Words

• extant
• existent
• living
• operating
• functioning
• active
• alive
• busy
• around
• working
• flourishing

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dead
• extinct
• destroyed
• defunct
• gone
• departed
• lost
• nonexistent
• nonextant
• inactive
• exterminated
• idle
• inert
• kaput

existing

2 of 2

verb

present participle of exist

as in living

to have life

strive to have a full, rich life rather than merely exist

Synonyms & Similar Words

• living
• being
• ruling
• breathing
• subsisting
• continuing
• surviving
• enduring
• keeping (on)
• kicking
• leading
• lasting
• persisting
• flourishing
• abiding
• holding on
• running on
• moving
• holding up
• thriving
• prospering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• dying
• departing
• expiring
• vanishing
• perishing
• passing away
• disappearing
• succumbing
• evaporating
• ending
• stopping
• discontinuing
• ceasing
• dying (down)
• quitting
• waning
• subsiding
• ebbing
• moderating
• abating
• desisting
• letting up

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of existing

Adjective

The celebrities often have pre-existing relationships and feuds that can guide accusations. — Hunter Ingram, Variety, 18 Sep. 2026

Common exclusions can include pre-existing conditions, improper maintenance or installation, structural problems and certain issues involving rust, corrosion or sediment buildup. — Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026

There was a pre-existing agreement in place specifically between Netflix and Skydance Animation that was announced in 2023, with the latter label ultimately falling under Paramount post-merger. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 14 Sep. 2026

This investigation will merge with a pre-existing investigation into other donations to the party, the Met added. — Issy Ronald, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026

Cosmetic repairs, oil changes and tune-ups are also usually excluded, as are pre-existing issues and damage resulting from accidents, misuse, neglect or improper maintenance. — Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026

Her life and legacy will continue to be spotlighted in the Dolly Parton Experience, a pre-existing exhibit that will receive a new entrance in her honor. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 2 Sep. 2026

Instead, a law firm with pre-existing ties to the Warriors allegedly conducted the probe. — Jason Green, Mercury News, 2 Sep. 2026

Most of the time, people come with their pre-existing views and biases, repeat them out loud, close their minds to alternative perspectives, and go home even more sure of their ways. — Ben Bland, semafor.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Verb

The rape aggravated the woman’s existing brain damage and seizure disorder, the lawsuit said. — Idaho Statesman, 5 Sep. 2026

Originally, the default retention period for license plate camera data was 30 days, but that was shortened to 7 — however, existing contracts’ agreed upon retention times will still remain. — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026

Musk plans to integrate Cybercabs, which lack manual controls that passengers could use to take over in an emergency, into the company’s existing cab service, which until now has used only conventional Tesla vehicles. — Bernard Condon, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026

Winter warned that the practice can cause skin irritation, worsen existing cracks on the feet and open small cuts that let bacteria in. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2026

It is now slated to be ninety thousand square feet, which will double the area of the existing White House. — Antonia Hitchens, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026

The Select Committee’s report also introduced key changes to ease the compliance burden for businesses, such as allowing New Zealand entities to submit existing Australian statements to satisfy local law and prevent double reporting. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026

Curriculum questions In terms of academic offerings, a space academy likely would not be that different than existing institutions, such as the Air Force Academy, Merriam said. — Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2026

Hot Lab will be offering the car as a yacht toy to clients to complement their existing or future vessels. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2026