Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

live-up

phrasal verb
/ˈlɪv ʌp/
Definition
To fulfill or meet the expectations or standards associated with something or someone.
Examples
  • She felt she had to live up to her parents’ expectations.
  • The restaurant did not live up to its high reviews.
  • He worked hard to live up to his reputation as a skilled artisan.
Meaning
To act in accordance with a promise, reputation, or commitment.
Synonyms
  • meet
  • fulfill
  • realize
  • match
  • rise to