Definitions

of the essence

ADJECTIVE

prerequisite

Synonyms

STRONG

essential expedient imperative mandatory requisite

WEAK

called-for important indispensable necessitous needful obligatory required vital

Antonyms

STRONG

inessential optional secondary unnecessary voluntary

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of the essence

Timing, however, is of the essence for fire survivors.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 15, 2026

Time is of the essence, say top EU officials.

From Barron's ● Apr. 28, 2026

Jane stressed "time is of the essence", as antiviral treatment within 48 hours can reduce the risk of severe symptoms.

From BBC ● Apr. 12, 2026

Speed is of the essence because, nearly a month in, disruptions are spreading.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 26, 2026

This Atman, which resides in every thing, is part of the essence of the universe, and is immortal.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife

of the essence

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