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es·sence
es·sence/ˈes(ə)ns/
noun
the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, especially something abstract, that determines its character.
"conflict is the essence of drama"
synonyms: quintessence, soul, spirit, ethos, nature, life, lifeblood, core, heart, center, crux, nub, nucleus, kernel, marrow, meat, pith, gist, substance, principle, central part, fundamental quality, basic quality, essential part, intrinsic nature, sum and substance, reality, actuality, quiddity, esse, nitty-gritty
1 day ago · b. : the individual, real, or ultimate nature of a thing especially as opposed to its existence. a painting that captures the essence of the land. c. : the ...
3 days ago · noun. the basic, real, and invariable nature of a thing or its significant individual feature or features: Freedom is the very essence of our democracy.
5 days ago · Synonyms for ESSENCE: nature, substance, soul, manifestation, heart, being, core, quintessence, aspect, essentiality.
2 days ago · relating to the most important characteristics or ideas of something: In essence, both sides agree on the issue.
Oct 6, 2024 · Noun · The inherent nature of a thing or idea. · (philosophy) The true nature of anything, not accidental or illusory. · Constituent substance. · A being; ...
Nov 27, 2024 · the basic or most important idea or quality of something: The essence of his argument is that we should not eat meat.
9 hours ago · essence. Definition for essence. noun as in heart, significance. Compare Synonyms. Synonyms Antonyms. Strongest matches. aspect, basis, bottom line, character ...
8 days ago · Alternatively, it has roots in Greek, where it means “life,” “existence,” or “being.” With these important and meaningful definitions, it can serve as a ...
Jun 15, 2024 · Essence is the orb slot under your skulls, so stuff like slime and all that are essence. More dark abilities get unlocked after a few more dark mirror ...
3 days ago · Of the greatest importance, crucial, as in Time is of the essence . This idiom, which uses essence in the sense of “the most important element of something,” ...