Cool MateMeaning of Entity
something that exists separately from other things and has its own identity
In simple words: Something that exists as a separate and independent thing.
Entity in a sentence
- The unit has become part of a larger department and no longer exists as a **separate entity**.
- These countries can no longer be viewed as a **single entity**.
- Hip-hop is a major **commercial entity** now *(= it is a business, not just a type of music)*.
- A corporation is a separate **legal entity** and it shields you from personal liability for its debts.
- Church and empire were fused in a single entity.
- The two companies will combine to form a new entity.
- Each subsidiary of the company will be treated as a single entity.
How to use Entity
Commonly used in business, science, and philosophy. It's more formal and may not be appropriate in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'entity' as a 'tense tea'—it refers to something solid and specific you can sip on.
Related words
Collocations with Entity
Synonyms for Entity
- being
- thing
- object
- organism
- individual
Opposites of Entity
- nonentity
- nothingness
Common mistakes with Entity
- Confused with 'identity', which has a different meaning.
- Sometimes used in the plural form 'entities' incorrectly when referring to a single individual.
- Overgeneralizing to describe anything rather than its specific use in defined contexts.
Entity appears in
Entity in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
كيان, كائن
شيء موجود كشيء منفصل ومستقل.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সত্তা
এমন কিছু যা একটি পৃথক এবং স্বাধীন জিনিস হিসাবে বিদ্যমান।
- GermanDeutsch
Entität
Etwas, das als eigenständige und unabhängige Sache existiert.
- SpanishEspañol
Entidad
Algo que existe como una cosa separada e independiente.
- Persianفارسی
موجودیت، نهاد، واحد، شخصیت
چیزی که به صورت جدا و مستقل وجود داره.
- FrenchFrançais
Entité
Quelque chose qui existe comme une chose distincte et indépendante.
- Hindiहिन्दी
इकाई, सत्ता, अस्तित्व
कोई ऐसी चीज़ जो अलग और स्वतंत्र चीज़ के रूप में मौजूद हो।
- ItalianItaliano
Entità
Qualcosa che esiste come cosa separata e indipendente.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Entidade
Algo que existe como uma coisa separada e independente.
- RussianРусский
Entity
Что-то, что существует как отдельная и независимая вещь.
- Urduاردو
وجود، شے، شےء
کوئی ایسی چیز جو الگ اور آزادانہ طور پر موجود ہو۔
- Chinese中文
实体
Something that exists as a separate and independent thing.
More words like Entity
- Thing
- Object
- Individual
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the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
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Frequently asked questions about Entity
What does Entity mean?
Something that exists as a separate and independent thing.
What is the definition of Entity?
something that exists separately from other things and has its own identity
How do you use Entity in a sentence?
The unit has become part of a larger department and no longer exists as a **separate entity**.
Can you give another example of Entity?
These countries can no longer be viewed as a **single entity**.
What are synonyms for Entity?
Common alternatives include being, thing, object, organism, individual.
What is the opposite of Entity?
Opposite meanings include nonentity, nothingness.
What words go with Entity?
It commonly pairs with discrete, distinct, independent, create, form, become.
What are common mistakes when using Entity?
Confused with 'identity', which has a different meaning. Sometimes used in the plural form 'entities' incorrectly when referring to a single individual. Overgeneralizing to describe anything rather than its specific use in defined contexts.
How do you pronounce Entity?
US: /["/ˈentəti/"]/, UK: /["/ˈentəti/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Entity?
Commonly used in business, science, and philosophy. It's more formal and may not be appropriate in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Entity?
"Entity" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.