living being

Definitions

An individual animal, plant, or single-celled organism that is capable of growth, reproduction, and functional activity.

Any entity that exhibits the characteristics of life, such as metabolism, response to stimuli, and the ability to maintain homeostasis.

Examples

Every living being deserves to be treated with kindness and respect.

The scientist studied how each living being adapts to its unique environment.

Synonyms

organism creature life form entity being animal specimen

Antonyms

inanimate object corpse nonentity dead matter inorganic matter lifeless thing