Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
alive-and-kicking
idiom
/əˈlaɪv ənd ˈkɪkɪŋ/
Definition
Still active and well, especially after having been presumed dead or inactive.
Examples
- Even after all these years, the old tradition is still alive-and-kicking.
- Despite the setbacks, our community organization is alive-and-kicking.
- The documentary shows that the band is alive-and-kicking, performing to enthusiastic crowds.
Meaning
The phrase alive-and-kicking is used to describe someone or something that is very much alive and functioning well. It often implies resilience or vitality, especially in contexts where survival or continuation was uncertain.
Synonyms
- alive
- thriving
- active
- well
- kicking
