Definition

1. Noun:
   • A living creature; an entity that exists: "being" refers to any living thing, especially one with consciousness or the capacity for independent function.
   • The state or fact of existing; existence: "being" denotes the quality or condition of having reality or life.
   • The essential nature or essence of a person: In a philosophical context, "being" can refer to the fundamental qualities that constitute a person or thing.

Examples of Usage

• Noun (Living Creature):
  • A strange being from another planet was the subject of the story.
  • Human beings are capable of great compassion and creativity.
• Noun (State of Existence):
  • The company came into being in 1995.
  • She was in a state of pure being, free from all worry.
• Noun (Essential Nature):
  • His very being revolted against the idea of cruelty. (This refers to his core nature or essence.)

Advanced Usage

• "For the time being": for now; temporarily.
  • This solution will work for the time being, but we need a permanent fix.
• "In being": in existence; currently existing.
  • The law has been in being for over a century.
• "Come into being": to begin to exist; to be created or formed.
  • The universe came into being billions of years ago.

Variants and Related Words

• Human being (n): a man, woman, or child of the species Homo sapiens.
  • Every human being deserves respect.
• Well-being (n): the state of being comfortable, healthy, or happy.
  • Exercise is important for your physical and mental well-being.
• Beingness (n): the state or quality of having existence (less common).

Synonyms

• Entity: something that exists as a distinct, independent unit.
• Existence: the fact or state of living or having objective reality.
• Creature: a living being, especially an animal.

Related Phrases

• Otherworldly being: a creature or entity believed to come from a spiritual realm or another world.
  • The legend spoke of otherworldly beings that visited the ancient village.
• Supreme Being: a term for God or a supreme deity in a religion.
  • They prayed to the Supreme Being for guidance.

Noun

1. a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently
2. the state or fact of existing
   • a point of view gradually coming into being
   • laws in existence for centuries