/ Dictionary / Index M modus vivendi: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: mo•dus vi•ven•di Pronunciation: (mō'dus vi-ven'dē, -dī), [key] — pl. mo•di vi•ven•di manner of living; way of life; lifestyle. a temporary arrangement between persons or parties pending a settlement of matters in debate. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. modus operandi Moe Related Content Daily Word Quiz: dissonant Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language