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/ɛsˈɛnʃəl ətˈriːbjuːt/ · es.sen.tial.at.tri.bute
noun
- A fundamental characteristic or property of something that is necessary for its existence or definition. The essential attributes of a square include having four right angles and four equal sides.
- A feature or quality that is inherent or intrinsic to something, distinguishing it from others. The essential attributes of a work of art include creativity, originality, and emotional resonance.
Synonyms
intrinsic propertyfundamental characteristicnecessary conditioninherent featureessential qualitydefining featurekey attributecrucial property
Antonyms
Did you know? The concept of essential attributes has been explored in various philosophical traditions, including Aristotelian metaphysics and modern philosophical debates on identity and essence.