EXISTENTS Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

existents

noun

plural of existent

as in entities

one that has a real and independent existence other worlds are existents that are generally taken for granted in works of science fiction

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nonentities

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Noun

Community solar with local benefits The project will participate in Illinois’ community solar program, allowing households, businesses, and public entities to subscribe without installing rooftop solar panels.

— Muskan Bhatia, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026
But the distinction between physical and mental phenomena becomes murky in disembodied entities like language models.

— Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of entities

Noun

The software assists operators in identifying objects that could represent mine threats and organizing the information needed to make operational decisions.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 2 Nov. 2026
In 2014, Made In Space (now part of Redwire) and NASA flew the printer, which produced hundreds of objects, from astronaut tools to space station repair parts.

— Robert Pearlman, ArsTechnica, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of objects

Noun

This deterioration releases toxic substances from muscle fibers into the blood and kidneys, which can cause kidney damage.

— Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Nov. 2026
Faster nuclear detection Mass spectrometers identify substances by measuring the mass-to-charge ratios of small particles.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of substances

Noun

In This Article There are occasions that call for heirloom china and sparkling crystal, but a truly gracious host knows that the most enjoyable gatherings aren’t necessarily the ones with the finest things, but rather, a relaxed environment.

— Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2026
Consider pairing your pants with a print bomber jacket that keeps things low-key and perfect for daytime.

— India Roby, Glamour, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of things

Noun

Cooper highlighted the realities consumers faced at the gas pumps, at the grocery store and when trying to access healthcare and affordable housing.

— Bill Barrow, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026
Poe’s stories keep us company when these difficult realities obtrude on our consciousness, becoming impossible to dismiss.

— Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of realities

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