You can use the verb coexist to simply mean "exist together," or it can mean something more specific — to live peacefully or tolerantly in the same place. Two countries might have to work to find a way to coexist despite years of conflict, for example.

Is co-exist hyphenated?

However, most other prefixes don't require a hyphen – although you can usually use one if you wish. For example: Coexist, co-exist. It's acceptable but not required to use a hyphen when a prefix is followed by a one-syllable word, as in the word 'infrared' or 'infra-red.

What is co-exist?

1 : to exist together or at the same time. 2 : to live in peace with each other especially as a matter of policy. Other Words from coexist Synonyms Example Sentences Learn More About coexist.