coexistence

American  

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

noun

1. the act or state of coexisting.

2. a policy of living peacefully with other nations, religions, etc., despite fundamental disagreements.

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Other Word Forms

• coexistent adjective

Etymology

Origin of coexistence

First recorded in 1640–50; co- + existence

Example Sentences

The findings suggest that peaceful coexistence between these two apex predators depends less on the total amount of prey available and more on having a variety of prey species and access to safe escape terrain.

From Science Daily

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

From BBC

In his Wednesday speech, Kim said if his nation’s nuclear program were respected he saw “no reason” why U.S. relations would be strained, referring to a “peaceful coexistence.”

From The Wall Street Journal

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

“You have the power to choose coexistence over extinction,” Tiffany Yap, the center’s urban wildlands science director, told commissioners before the vote.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• harmony
• peace