Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

havent-lived

Phrase

/ˈhævənt lɪvd/

Definition

A colloquial expression indicating a lack of life experiences or a sense of not having truly experienced life to its fullest.

Examples

She often feels like she hasn’t lived because she missed out on many adventures during her youth.
He realized he hasn’t lived until he traveled to new countries and met different people.
After spending years in the same routine, she concluded that she simply hasn’t lived.

Meaning

The term suggests that someone feels they have not lived through important or meaningful experiences, often conveying a sense of regret or unfulfilled potential.