essence (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈɛsəns/
Definition
The intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, especially something abstract, that determines its character.
Examples
The essence of his argument was that the government was not doing enough.
She was the very essence of grace and beauty.
We need to get to the essence of the problem.
How to Use essence
- essence of (prepositional phrase)
- The fundamental nature or quality of something. — "The essence of her art is its simplicity."
- in essence (idiom)
- Basically; fundamentally. — "In essence, the two plans are the same."
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