Meaning & Definition of word "Existent"

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    Existent

    /ɪɡˈzɪstənt/

    adjective:

    • 1. Having existence; in being; present in reality.
      • Example: The theories proposed were based on factors that were existent in the real world.
    • 2. Existing or occurring; not fictional or imaginary.
      • Example: The issues they discussed were all existent problems we face today.
    • 3. Recognizable and manifest; tangible.
      • Example: The existent dangers of climate change cannot be ignored any longer.

    Etymology

    Late Latin 'exstans', from 'existere' meaning 'to stand out, emerge'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    existent being:

    A being that has real existence.

    existent condition:

    A state of being that is currently present.

    Related Words

    exist:

    To have actual being; to be real.

    existence:

    The state or fact of being; something that exists.

    Slang Meanings of existent