existent
|ex-is-tent|
B2
/ɪɡˈzɪstənt/
having being
Etymology
Etymology Information
'existent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'exsistens,' where 'ex-' meant 'out' and 'sistere' meant 'to stand.'
Historical Evolution
'exsistens' transformed into the French word 'existant,' and eventually became the modern English word 'existent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand out or appear,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'having being or reality.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having being or reality; existing.
The existent laws need to be revised.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42