integral — essential or fundamental; necessary to make a complete whole
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: essential or fundamental; necessary to make a complete whole
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɪntɪɡrəl/
Korean meaning: 필수적인, 통합된, 완전한 것이 되기 위해 없어서는 안 될
Korean pronunciation: **인**티그럴
Example Sentences
- Coffee is integral to my morning routine - without it, I'm basically a zombie.
- The integral of x² is x³/3 plus a constant, which every calculus student learns to love (or fear).
- Teamwork is integral to achieving our project goals within the deadline.
integral
ADJECTIVE//ˈɪntɪɡrəl//
essential or fundamental; necessary to make a complete whole
The mechanic installs an integral belt to complete the engine
The central chip makes everything integral!
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Origin
From Latin 'integralis', derived from 'integer' meaning 'whole' or 'untouched.' The Latin root relates to 'integrum' (whole, complete), combining the prefix 'in-' (not) with 'tangere' (to touch), literally meaning 'not touched' or 'intact.'
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“Coffee is integral to my morning routine - without it, I'm basically a zombie.”
“The integral of x² is x³/3 plus a constant, which every calculus student learns to love (or fear).”
“Teamwork is integral to achieving our project goals within the deadline.”
“The company's environmental policy is integral to its corporate social responsibility.”
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