Word
entity
Meanings
Something that exists as a separate, identifiable thing.
An organization (such as a company, institution, or government body) considered as a single unit.
A being or presence, especially when discussed in an abstract or theoretical way.
Definition
An entity is something that exists as a separate and identifiable thing.
An entity is a person, organization, or thing considered as a distinct unit. It is often used in formal or academic contexts to talk about something with clear boundaries and an independent identity. For example, a company can be treated as an entity separate from the individuals who work for it.
Examples
- In the report, the research team treated each stakeholder group as a separate entity with its own priorities.
- She argued that the university should remain an entity independent of short-term political pressure.
- After the merger, they struggled to decide whether the new brand was truly a single entity or just a loose alliance.
- I see the project as an entity in its own right, not merely a collection of tasks.
- To comply with the regulations, he registered the nonprofit as a legal entity distinct from his personal affairs.
Common mistake
Learners sometimes overuse "entity" in everyday conversation where simpler words like "thing," "organization," or "company" would sound more natural.
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