English · Adjectives
essential
/ɪˈsen.ʃəl/
[/ɪˈsen.ʃəl/]
necessary, vital
Intermediateadjective
Definition
Absolutely necessary; extremely important.
Example
Sleep is essential for good health and a clear, focused mind.
Sleep is essential for good health and a clear, focused mind.
Etymology
From Latin 'essentia' (being, essence), from 'esse' (to be).
How & Where It’s Used
Common when listing requirements or basic needs.