existence — the fact or state of living or having objective reality
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the fact or state of living or having objective reality
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪɡˈzɪstəns/
Example Sentences
- My cat's existence revolves entirely around napping and judging my life choices.
- The existence of homework proves that teachers have a twisted sense of humor.
- Scientists are still debating the existence of parallel universes.
existence
NOUN[/ɪɡˈzɪstəns/]
the fact or state of living or having objective reality
A tiny sprout pushes through cracked desert soil, proving its existence against all odds.
Through resistance comes persistence - existence finds a way!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'existentia', derived from 'existere' meaning 'to stand forth' or 'to emerge'. The prefix 'ex-' means 'out' and 'sistere' means 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'.
Breakdown
ex- (out) + sist (stand) + -ence (state or quality of) = existence
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📝Examples
“My cat's existence revolves entirely around napping and judging my life choices.”
“The existence of homework proves that teachers have a twisted sense of humor.”
“Scientists are still debating the existence of parallel universes.”
“The company's existence was threatened by the economic crisis.”
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