cardinal — of greatest importance; fundamental
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: of greatest importance; fundamental
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkɑːrdɪnəl/
Korean meaning: 가장 중요한, 핵심적인
Korean pronunciation: 카-디-널 (강세: 카)
Example Sentences
- The cardinal rule of dating: never check your ex's social media while on a date.
- Education is of cardinal importance for future success.
- The cardinal apologized for falling asleep during the three-hour sermon.
cardinal
ADJECTIVE//ˈkɑːrdɪnəl//
of greatest importance; fundamental
The most fundamental support beam
CAR makes DIN for AL - the most important of all!
Neither terminal nor marginal - cardinal cases come first!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'cardo' meaning 'hinge,' the fundamental thing upon which something turns or depends. The word entered English through Old French and Medieval Latin, originally referring to the hinge-like cardinal points of the compass, then generalized to mean 'of primary importance.'
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📝Examples
“The cardinal rule of dating: never check your ex's social media while on a date.”
“Education is of cardinal importance for future success.”
“The cardinal apologized for falling asleep during the three-hour sermon.”
“North, south, east, and west are the four cardinal directions.”
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