Definitions

coexistence

[koh-ig-zis-tuhns] / ˌkoʊ ɪgˈzɪs təns /

NOUN

happening or being at same time, place

Synonyms

STRONGEST

harmony peace

STRONG

accord coincidence concurrence conformity conjunction contemporaneousness order simultaneousness synchronicity

WEAK

coetaneousness coevality

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disagreement fighting

STRONG

difference refusal

Example Sentences

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There is no evidence of violent conflict, and locals and newcomers were sometimes buried together, suggesting peaceful coexistence.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

In 1927 he and his wife moved to Palestine, where they helped found a kibbutz and advocated for peaceful coexistence with Arab neighbors.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 17, 2026

South Korea has mounted a concerted push to build bridges with Pyongyang under President Lee Jae Myung, who has sought the "peaceful coexistence" of two nations still technically at war.

From Barron's • Feb. 26, 2026

"Whether it's peaceful coexistence or permanent confrontation, we are ready for either, and the choice is not ours to make."

From BBC • Feb. 26, 2026

Failure to contain Pauling might result in a London press conference with Linus expounding peaceful coexistence.

From "Double Helix" by James D. Watson