Existent (en. Exist)

/ɛɡziˈstɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
That has a real existence.
Material objects are existing elements in our world.
Les objets matériels sont des éléments existents dans notre monde.
That is part of reality.
We must consider existing problems before making a decision.
Nous devons considérer les problèmes existents avant de prendre une décision.
In philosophical language, relates to the essence of being.
Everything that is existent raises questions about the very nature of existence.
Tout ce qui est existent soulève des questions sur la nature même de l'existence.

Etymology

From the Latin 'existere', which means 'to come out' or 'to show oneself'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

what is, is
Expresses the idea that reality is what it is, without illusion.
ce qui est, est
existing and to come
Used to talk about things that exist now and those that will exist.
existant et à venir
in the existing world
Refers to everything that happens in our current reality.
dans le monde existant

Related Words

existence
The state of existing, the fact of being.
existence
existential
Relating to existence, often used in philosophy.
existantiel
hyperexistence
State of being in addition to a normal existence.
surexistence

Slang Meanings

In the philosophical context, a term used to designate something that has a certain substance.
One might say that an abstract concept is less 'existent' than a chair.
On peut dire qu'un concept abstrait est moins 'existent' qu'une chaise.
Used in modern language to describe something true or tangible.
This idea is not just theoretical, it is existent.
Cette idée n'est pas juste théorique, elle est existent.