Meaning & Definition of word "Existent"

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