Essential
Example: This step is essential for completing the process correctly
Definition
"Essential" refers to something that is absolutely necessary or extremely important for a particular purpose or function. For example, an essential step is one that must be completed to achieve the intended result successfully.
Etymology
The word "essential" originates from the Latin word 'essentia,' meaning 'being' or 'essence.' It entered English in the late 15th century, initially relating to the intrinsic nature or indispensable quality of something. Did you know its root 'esse' means 'to be' in Latin?
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"Essential" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 2", containing 113 commonly used words.
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