Meaning & Definition of word "Material"

Material

/məˈtɪə.ri.əl/

1. The substance or substances from which a thing is made.
- Example: Wood is a common material used in furniture construction.
2. Information or ideas that help in the creation of something.
- Example: The teacher provided us with plenty of material for our research project.
3. Physical objects that can be seen and touched.
- Example: We need to gather all the materials needed for the science experiment.

1. Relating to or consisting of matter; physical rather than spiritual.
- Example: He had a materialistic view of the world, focusing solely on tangible wealth.
2. Significant or important.
- Example: We found no material evidence to support the allegations.

Middle French 'matériel', from Latin 'materialis', from 'materia' meaning 'matter, substance'

material evidence:

Evidence that is tangible and can be used in a court of law.

material girl:

A person, typically a woman, who is focused on wealth and material possessions.

material wealth:

Wealth that is in the form of physical assets, not cash or non-tangible resources.

materialism:

A tendency to consider material possessions and physical comfort as more important than spiritual values.

materialistic:

Concerned with material values or symbols.

Meaning: High quality or top-tier.

Example Sentence: That new car is pure material.

Meaning: Something that fits the vibe or theme.

Example Sentence: The dress she's wearing is totally material for the party.