Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
essence
noun
/ˈɛs.əns/
Definition
The intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something, especially something abstract, which determines its character.
Examples
- The essence of the argument is difficult to grasp.
- She captured the essence of summer in her painting.
- Understanding the essence of a culture requires immersion.
Meaning
Essence refers to the fundamental nature or most important quality of something. It encapsulates what makes that thing what it is at its core.
Synonyms
- substance
- core
- nature
- foundation
- quintessence
