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vie

/vaɪ/
Meanings
  • Verb

    To strive or contend for something, especially in a competitive or opposing way.

    - "He vied for the top position in the company."
    - "Siblings often vie for their parents' attention."
  • Noun

    A person's way of life, or the circumstances in which one lives.

    - "Her vie in the countryside was simple but fulfilling."
    - "The monk's vie in the monastery was one of discipline and devotion."
Pronunciation
  1. /vaɪ/



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Antonyms

concede , reconcile
Synonyms

battle , compete , oppose
Rhymes
Words rhyming with vie
die , sky , tie , spy , lie
Homonyms
Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

  1. vee (English) : A cow.

  2. vee (English) : A sighting or observation.

  3. vie (English) : Life.

  4. vie (English) : A view or perspective.

Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

  1. vee () : A cow.

  2. vie () : Life.

  3. vee () : A sighting or observation.

  4. vie () : A view or perspective.

Variants
List of all variants of vie that leads to same result
vie , vied , vier , viers , vies , vying , eau-de-vie , eaux-de-vie , c'est la vie , tranche de vie
Forms
Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

I vie, You vie, He/She/It vies, We vie, They vie

Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Originally from Old French 'vie', meaning 'life'.

Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

  1. The word 'vie' is derived from the Old French word 'vie', meaning 'life'.

  2. The term 'vie' is used in heraldry to represent a living creature, usually an animal.

  3. In French, 'vie' can also mean 'life insurance'.

Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

  1. competition: Vie is often used in the context of competition, where individuals or groups strive for a goal or prize.

  2. circumstances: Vie can also refer to the circumstances or conditions in which someone lives.

Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, 'vie' is often used to describe a character's way of life or circumstances. In art, it can represent the human condition or the cycle of life. In music, there are several songs and albums titled 'Vie' that explore various aspects of life.

How to Memorize "vie"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a person competing in a race or contest. Visualize the determination and effort they put forth to win.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'vie' with the concept of striving or competing for something.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Vie is a life that's always in the fight.'

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