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exist

[ig-zist]

verb (used without object)

  1. to have actual being; be.

    The world exists, whether you like it or not.

  2. to have life or animation; live.

  3. to continue to be or live.

    Belief in magic still exists.

    Synonyms: , , , , , ,
  4. to have being in a specified place or under certain conditions; be found; occur.

    Hunger exists in many parts of the world.

  5. to achieve the basic needs of existence, as food and shelter.

    He's not living, he's merely existing.



exist

/ ɪɡˈɪ /

verb

  1. to have being or reality; to be

  2. to eke out a living; stay alive; survive

    I can barely exist on this wage

  3. to be living; live

  4. to be present under specified conditions or in a specified place

    sharks exist in the Pacific

  5. philosophy

    1. to be actual rather than merely possible

    2. to be a member of the domain of some theory, an element of some possible world, etc

    3. to have contingent being while free, responsible, and aware of one's situation

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • exister noun
  • ˈپԲ adjective
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of exist1

First recorded in 1595–1605; from Latin ex(s)istere “to exist, appear, emerge,” equivalent to ex- ex- 1 + sistere “to stand”
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of exist1

C17: from Latin exsistere to step forth, from ex- 1 + sistere to stand
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"The threats we are looking at primarily exist around protecting government, protecting secrets, protecting our people - so counter-assassination - protecting our economy, sensitive technology and critical knowledge," she said.

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The government, in partnership with international organisations, is working on a new sewage system, but its implementation may require demolishing existing buildings - a controversial move that could displace residents and businesses.

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Few such tools of accountability exist for private firms - other than having their licence revoked by the Security Industry Authority.

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It’s a bit awkward to give a “best of” accolade to a book when you’re not entirely sure it should exist.

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The Republicans’ House-passed reconciliation bill, though not the CMS proposal, also prohibits any new provider taxes or increases to existing ones.

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