Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

integral

adjective

/ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrəl/

Definition

Essential or necessary for completeness; forming an essential part of something.

Examples

An integral part of a balanced diet is fruits and vegetables.
Teamwork is integral to the success of any project.
Understanding the fundamentals of math is integral to solving advanced problems.

Meaning

The term ‘integral’ refers to something that is crucial or fundamental to the whole. It suggests that without this component, the entity would be incomplete.