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essence (noun)

The essence of something is its most basic, important, or central quality that makes it what it is. It refers to the fundamental nature or core character of a person, object, or concept.

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Think of 'ESSence' as the 'ESSential' part. If you take away the essence, the thing no longer exists (ESSE = to be).

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 'essential' as a noun. → The essence of the problem.

Saying 'In the essence'. → In essence.

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