existence
UK/iɡ'zistəns/US/ig'zistәns/
NGSL 2kIELTSB1
Definitions
n.
The fact or state of being real or alive
存在，生存
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedexistout of, former
+
-encestand, set, place
=existence
exist + -ence (state) = the state of existing. Noun form of exist; see exist for why 'to be' is 'to stand out.'
Common Collocations
- 1.existence of life生命的存在
- 2.existence of God上帝的存在
- 3.struggle for existence生存斗争
Example Sentences
- 1.
Scientists debate the existence of life on other planets.
- 2.
The species fought for its very existence.