SUBSIST Meaning of SUBSIST in English I . v. n. 1.Exist, be, inhere.2.( Rare. ) Remain, abide, continue.3.Be supported, obtain a livelihood, get a living, live. II . v. a. Feed, victual, ration, support, maintain. Soule. Dictionary of English synonyms. Словарь английских синонимов. 2012