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ESSENTIAL

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Essential.

How to pronounce essential:

US

Essential - as an adjective

Basic and fundamental

Example: "The essential feature"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inessential11

Being or relating to or containing the essence of a plant etc

Example: "Essential oil"

Defining rights and duties as opposed to giving the rules by which rights and duties are established

Example: "Substantive law"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
substantive16

Essential - as a noun

Anything indispensable

Example: "Food and shelter are necessities of life"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
necessary14necessity14requirement22requisite18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
thing9
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
inessential11

Essential - as an adjective satellite

Absolutely necessary; vitally necessary

Example: "Essential tools and materials"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
indispensable18

Of the greatest importance

Example: "The all-important subject of disarmament"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
all-importantcrucial11of the essence

Example Sentences

"Water is essential for survival."
"Sleep is essential for good health."
"Regular exercise is essential for maintaining fitness."
"Vitamins are essential nutrients that our body needs."
"Good communication skills are essential in the workplace."
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Word Game Points

Is ESSENTIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, essential is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ESSENTIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is ESSENTIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, essential is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ESSENTIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 11.

Is ESSENTIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, essential is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ESSENTIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.

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