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lifegiving

/ˈlaɪfɡɪvɪŋ/ · life.giv.ing
adjective
  1. Providing or giving life, especially in a spiritual or figurative sense. The lifegiving waters of the oasis sustained the travelers during their journey.
  2. Capable of promoting or sustaining life, often in a physical or environmental sense. The lifegiving properties of the plant made it a valuable resource for the community.
noun
  1. Something that gives or provides life, especially in a spiritual or figurative sense. The lifegiving power of love and compassion is a universal human experience.
  2. A source or agent that promotes or sustains life, often in a physical or environmental sense. The lifegiving effects of the new medication were a major breakthrough in the field of medicine.
Did you know? The concept of 'lifegiving' has been explored in various forms of art and literature, including poetry and music, where it is often used to describe the transformative power of love, hope, and resilience.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 1 lookups Added Jul 27, 2026