Meaning & Definition of word "Existence"

Existence

/ɪɡˈzɪstəns/

1. the state or fact of living or having objective reality.
- Example: The existence of life on other planets has intrigued scientists for decades.
2. something that exists; an entity.
- Example: The philosopher questioned the very existence of the universe.
3. the condition of being real or living; being.
- Example: His existence was marked by a constant search for meaning.
4. a particular mode of being.
- Example: The existence of multiple realities is a popular theory in modern physics.
5. the state of having an actual presence.
- Example: Her existence in the company brought a new level of energy and creativity.

Middle English, from Latin 'existentia', from 'existere' meaning 'to stand out, to emerge'.

mode of existence:

A way in which something exists or lives.

existential crisis:

A moment when an individual questions if their life has meaning.

existential threat:

A threat that has the potential to eliminate or put at risk the existence of something.

in existence:

Currently alive or present; available.

exist:

to have actual being; to have life or reality.

existent:

having existence; being present.

nonexistence:

the state of not existing.

Meaning: The grind of everyday life.

Example Sentence: I'm just trying to survive this existence.

Meaning: The state of simply getting by.

Example Sentence: His existence is just about making it through each day.