Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
boil down to
Phrase
/bɔɪl daʊn tu/
Definition
to be the main point or the most important part of something
Examples
- When discussing the issue, it all boils down to trust.
- The complicated project ultimately boils down to effective communication.
- Her argument boils down to the fact that everyone deserves a chance.
Meaning
When you say something boils down to a particular point, you are saying that after considering all the details, the essence or main idea is that point.
Synonyms
- amount to
- come down to
- reduce to
- summarize as
