lifestyle
5 synonyms for lifestyle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The way a person or group typically lives, including their habits, attitudes, and values.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
way of life
mode of living
manner of living
habits
How to use lifestyle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
healthy lifestyle
lifestyle choice
lavish lifestyle
Etymology
A compound of life + style, coined to describe a characteristic way of living.
Full origin of lifestyle →Frequently asked questions
What does “lifestyle” mean?
The word “lifestyle” means the way a person or group typically lives, including their habits, attitudes, and values. In plain terms, how someone lives day to day — their habits, choices, and general way of life.
How do you pronounce “lifestyle”?
“Lifestyle” is pronounced LYF-styl (/ˈlaɪfˌstaɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “lifestyle” in a sentence?
Here is “lifestyle” used in a sentence: “They moved to the countryside for a quieter lifestyle.”
What part of speech is “lifestyle”?
“Lifestyle” is a noun.
Is “lifestyle” a common word?
“Lifestyle” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
Is "lifestyle" one word or two words?
In modern English "lifestyle" is written as one word. The older spellings "life-style" (hyphenated) and "life style" (two words) still appear occasionally but are now considered dated. The single-word form is standard in both British and American English.
What is the difference between "lifestyle" and "livelihood"?
"Lifestyle" describes the way a person or group typically lives, including their habits, attitudes, and values. "Livelihood" refers to how someone earns the money they need to live. Your job is your livelihood, while how you spend your time and money is your lifestyle.
What is the difference between "lifestyle" and "standard of living"?
"Lifestyle" focuses on habits, attitudes, and values, describing how someone chooses to live. "Standard of living" measures the level of wealth, comfort, and material goods available to a person or group. Two people can share a similar standard of living but have very different lifestyles.
What are common collocations with "lifestyle"?
Common pairings include "healthy lifestyle," "sedentary lifestyle," "active lifestyle," "lifestyle choice," and "lifestyle change." Marketing and health writing often use "lifestyle" before nouns such as "brand" or "blog."
