Existant vs. Existent — Which is Correct Spelling?
"Existant" is an incorrect spelling, while "Existent" is the correct form, meaning having existence or being in reality.
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Which is correct: Existant or Existent
How to spell Existent?
Existant
Incorrect Spelling
Existent
Correct Spelling
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Key Differences
Pair it with similar words like "persistent" that also end in "ent."
Use mnemonic devices, like "E for Existing, E for Existent."
Think of the root word "exist"; "existent" logically follows.
If you remember that "existence" is spelled with an "e," then it can help you remember that "existent" is too.
Remember that the word contains an "e" not an "a" after the "t" just like in "existence."
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How Do You Spell Existent Correctly?
Incorrect: Is this problem even existant in our system?
Correct: Is this problem even existent in our system?
Incorrect: We need to check if these records are existant in the archive.
Correct: We need to check if these records are existent in the archive.
Incorrect: Are there any existant solutions to this issue?
Correct: Are there any existent solutions to this issue?
Incorrect: There is no existant evidence to support your claim.
Correct: There is no existent evidence to support your claim.
Incorrect: The species is not existant in this region anymore.
Correct: The species is not existent in this region anymore.
Existent Definitions
Existent means currently in existence.
The existent laws need revision.
Existent can describe something that has physical presence.
The sculpture is existent in the museum.
Existent means being in a certain state or condition.
The existent turmoil is affecting everyone.
Existent relates to conditions or factors that are currently operative.
The existent guidelines are outdated.
Existent signifies that which is real as opposed to imaginary.
Dragons are not existent creatures.
Having life or being; existing.
Existing; having life or being, current; occurring now
(archaic) a being or entity that exists independently
Having being or existence; existing; being; occurring now; taking place.
The eyes and mind are fastened on objects which have no real being, as if they were truly existent.
Having existence or being or actuality;
An attempt to refine the existent machinery to make it more efficient
Much of the beluga caviar existing in the world is found in the Soviet Union and Iran
Being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory;
Real objects
Real people; not ghosts
A film based on real life
A real illness
Real humility
Life is real! Life is earnest!
Presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible;
The predicted temperature and the actual temperature were markedly different
Actual and imagined conditions
Existent Meaning in a Sentence
They searched for any existent records of the historical event.
The only existent copy of the manuscript is in the museum.
The artist's influence is still existent in modern works.
Existent security measures were found to be inadequate.
Existent laws may need revision to accommodate new technologies.
Scientists debate whether the creature is still existent.
The museum features artifacts from ancient, no longer existent civilizations.
They had to ascertain if the threat was still existent.
The company checks for any existent patents before proceeding.
Few examples of the architecture are still existent today.
Cultural influences from the past are very much existent in the present.
He compared his idea to existent products on the market.
Her impact on the industry is clearly existent.
Are there any existent studies on this phenomenon?
Existent guidelines provide a basis for the new policy.
Existent resources in the area are rapidly depleting.
The belief is still existent among certain groups.
The committee reviews all existent information before making a decision.
The technology was once thought to be non-existent but is now proven existent.
The author's influence is omnipresent and clearly existent.
They explored the ruins of the once existent empire.
Existent educational programs are being evaluated for effectiveness.
Existent wildlife in the park is under threat from development.
The team is analyzing existent data to find a solution.
He looked for any existent loophole in the contract.
Existent Idioms & Phrases
Widely existent
Something that exists in many places or among many people.
This belief is widely existent across different cultures.
Barely existent
Something that exists to a very small or negligible degree.
The snow leopard is barely existent in this mountain range now.
Non-existent until proven existent
Something is considered not to exist until there is evidence to prove otherwise.
In science, many phenomena are considered non-existent until proven existent.
Scarcely existent
Existing only in very small quantities or to a very limited degree.
The animal is scarcely existent in the wild due to poaching.
Existent in name only
Something that officially exists but lacks the substance, effectiveness, or qualities it is supposed to have.
The committee is existent in name only; it hasn't met in years.
Make existent
To bring something into existence or make it known.
The new law will make existent protections for endangered species.
Evidently existent
Clearly existing, as shown by evidence or signs.
The impact of the policy change is evidently existent in the data.
Existent to this day
Something that continues to exist up to the present time.
The ancient ruins are still existent to this day.
Remain existent
To continue to exist over time.
Despite the challenges, the community's traditions remain existent.
Come into existent
To begin to exist; to be created or formed.
The organization came into existent to address these environmental issues.
Fading from existent
Gradually disappearing or becoming less common.
Many traditional crafts are fading from existent.
Historically existent
Something that existed in the past and has historical significance.
The castle is one of the few historically existent structures in the area.
Existent in every corner
Something that can be found everywhere; omnipresent.
The influence of technology is existent in every corner of our lives.
Universally existent
Something that exists universally across cultures, locations, or populations.
Love and compassion are universally existent qualities.
No longer existent
Something that used to exist but does not anymore.
The species is no longer existent in this region due to habitat loss.
Newly existent
Something that has recently come into existence.
The newly existent organization aims to tackle climate change.
Existent in theory
Something that exists in theory or on paper, but may not be practiced or observed in reality.
The laws are existent in theory, but enforcement is lacking.
Make oneself existent
To appear or make one's presence known.
He made himself existent at the meeting after being quiet for most of the discussion.
Co-existent peacefully
To exist together in peace without conflict.
The goal is for the two communities to co-exist peacefully.
Virtually existent
Something that exists in effect or in essence, though not formally recognized or named as such.
While not officially a park, the green space serves a virtually existent community park.
Common Curiosities
What is the root word of Existent?
The root word is "exist."
What is the verb form of Existent?
The verb form is "exist."
What is the pronunciation of Existent?
Pronounced as /ɪɡˈzɪs tənt/.
Why is it called Existent?
It's called "Existent" to signify something that has existence.
Which vowel is used before Existent?
The vowel "e" is used.
What is the plural form of Existent?
Existents.
Which preposition is used with Existent?
"In" as in "existent in the world."
Is Existent a noun or adjective?
Adjective.
What is the singular form of Existent?
Existent is already in its singular form.
Which conjunction is used with Existent?
"And" can be used.
Is Existent a negative or positive word?
Neutral.
Is Existent an adverb?
No.
Is Existent a collective noun?
No.
Which determiner is used with Existent?
"The," "this," "that."
Is Existent a vowel or consonant?
It's a word, not a single letter.
Is the word “Existent” a direct object or an indirect object?
Neither, it's an adjective.
How many syllables are in Existent?
Three.
Is the Existent term a metaphor?
No.
Is the word Existent imperative?
No.
How do we divide Existent into syllables?
Ex-is-tent.
What is the stressed syllable in Existent?
The second syllable, "is."
What part of speech is Existent?
Adjective.
How is Existent used in a sentence?
"The existent policies are subject to change."
Which article is used with Existent?
"The" or "an."
Is Existent an abstract noun?
No.
Is Existent a countable noun?
It's not a noun.
Is the word Existent a gerund?
No.
What is another term for Existent?
Real, existing.
What is the opposite of Existent?
Nonexistent.
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