Existence: meaning, definitions and examples

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existence

 

[ ษชษกหˆzษชstษ™ns ]

Context #1 | Noun

philosophy

The state or fact of existing; being.

Synonyms

being, presence, reality.

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Word Description / Examples
existence

Used to talk about the fact that something is present or real; often used in a broad or philosophical sense.

  • The existence of life on other planets is still a topic of debate among scientists.
  • He questioned the meaning of his existence.
being

Refers to the state of living or being alive; can also be used philosophically to discuss the essence of a person or thing.

  • Every being on this planet deserves respect.
  • She felt a deep sense of being while meditating.
presence

Specifically refers to the state of being in a particular place; often used to describe the influence or aura someone or something has.

  • His presence in the room was comforting.
  • The presence of police officers helped to maintain order.
reality

Used to talk about the state of things as they actually exist, especially as opposed to how they may appear or might be imagined.

  • The reality of the situation is harsher than we anticipated.
  • In reality, things didn't go as planned.

Examples of usage

  • The debate on the existence of God has been ongoing for centuries.
  • There is evidence to support the existence of extraterrestrial life.
Context #2 | Noun

general

The continuance of life or being.

Synonyms

being, life, survival.

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existence

Used to talk about the state of being real or alive, often in a more abstract or philosophical sense.

  • The existence of other worlds fascinates scientists
  • She questioned the existence of life after death
survival

Refers to continuing to live or exist, especially under difficult conditions. Often used in situations involving danger or minimal resources.

  • Their survival depended on finding shelter and food
  • The story is about the survival of a family during winter
life

Used to describe the period between birth and death, or the experiences and activities associated with being alive.

  • He lived a long and happy life
  • Life on Earth is incredibly diverse
being

Often refers to a living entity, especially in discussions about the nature of existence or life. Can be used in a spiritual or philosophical context.

  • Every being on this planet has a purpose
  • Human beings are capable of deep emotions

Examples of usage

  • Her existence was threatened by the dangerous situation.
  • We must fight for the existence of endangered species.
Context #3 | Noun

formal

The way in which something is real or tangible.

Synonyms

actuality, presence, reality.

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Word Description / Examples
existence

Used to describe the state of being alive or being present in some form. Typically used in philosophical or general discussions about life or the universe.

  • The existence of extraterrestrial life is still a topic of debate.
  • She questioned the existence of free will in human actions.
presence

Describes the state of being in a particular place or the experience of being in someone's company. Often used to refer to a person's physical or influential impact in a location.

  • Your presence at the meeting would be greatly appreciated.
  • She felt a comforting presence as she walked through the old house.
reality

Used to talk about the world or the state of things as they actually are, as opposed to how one might imagine or wish them to be.

  • The harsh reality is that not everyone can achieve their dreams.
  • Virtual reality games try to mimic real-life experiences.
actuality

Refers to something that is real and exists in fact, often contrasted with what is imagined or theoretical.

  • The actuality of the situation was more dire than anyone had anticipated.
  • He claimed to be a millionaire, but in actuality, he was deep in debt.

Examples of usage

  • The artist focused on capturing the existence of emotions in his paintings.
  • The existence of poverty in such a wealthy country is concerning.

Translations

Translations of the word "existence" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น existรชncia

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค…เคธเฅเคคเคฟเคคเฅเคต

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Existenz

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ keberadaan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั–ัะฝัƒะฒะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ istnienie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅญ˜ๅœจ (ใใ‚“ใ–ใ„)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท existence

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ existencia

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท varoluลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์กด์žฌ (์กด์žฌ)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุฌูˆุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ existence

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ existencia

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญ˜ๅœจ (cรบnzร i)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ obstoj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ tilvist

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐั€ ะฑะพะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ แƒกแƒ”แƒ‘แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mรถvcudluq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ existencia

Etymology

The word 'existence' originates from the Latin word 'existentia', which is derived from the verb 'existere', meaning 'to come into being' or 'to appear'. The concept of existence has been a central topic in philosophy, with thinkers like Descartes, Kant, and Nietzsche exploring its implications. The question of existence has also been a theme in literature and art, with existentialism as a philosophical movement focusing on individual existence in an indifferent universe.

See also: coexist, coexisting, exist, existing.

Word Frequency Rank

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