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    Existences (en. Existences)

    /ɛɡzistɑ̃s/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The condition or state of being alive.
    Human existences are marked by the search for meaning.
    Les existences humaines sont marquées par la recherche de sens.
    The manner in which something is present in reality.
    The existences of endangered species attract the attention of ecologists.
    Les existences des espèces en danger attirent l'attention des écologistes.
    The set of realities that constitute a domain.
    Existences in varied environments show the diversity of nature.
    Les existences dans des milieux variés montrent la diversité de la nature.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'existentia', derived from the verb 'existere' which means 'to stand out' or 'to manifest'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have varied existences
    to have various aspects or forms of life
    avoir des existences variées
    precarious existences
    unstable or difficult living conditions
    existences précaires
    parallel existences
    systems of life or realities that coexist but do not intersect
    existences parallèles

    Related Words

    existence
    State of being, that which is present.
    existence
    living
    Who is alive, who exists.
    vivant
    reality
    That which is real, the set of things that exist.
    réalité

    Slang Meanings

    To live lightly.
    He leads a party lifestyle.
    Il mène une existence de fête.
    To do the minimum.
    He settles for day-to-day existence.
    Il se contente de l'existence au jour le jour.