olennainen — meaning in English
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English meaning
- basic adjective Forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
- essential adj Absolutely necessary; unable to be done without.
- fundamental adj Forming the base or foundation of something; essential.
- germane adj Related to a topic of discussion or consideration.
- gist noun The main point or essential meaning of something longer or more complicated.
- indispensable adjective So necessary that it cannot be done without.
- integral adj Essential to completeness; a necessary part of a whole.
- intrinsic adj Belonging to something by its very nature; essential and built-in, not added from outside.
- material noun A substance — such as wood, metal, plastic, or fabric — that something is made from.
- pertinent adjective Directly relevant to the matter at hand.
- substantial adjective Large enough in size, amount, or value to be significant.
- substantive adj Of the essence or essential element of a thing.
- thing noun Any object, item, or entity that isn't named more specifically.
- vital adj Absolutely necessary; essential to success or survival.
Senses
olennainen is used for these senses in English:
- basic Necessary, essential for life or some process.
- built-in Being an essential and permanent part of something.
- essential Necessary.
- essential Very important; of high importance.
- fundamental Related to a foundation, base, or basis; serving as a foundation.
- germane Related to a topic of discussion or consideration.
- gist (countable) The main idea or substance, or the most essential part, of a longer or more complicated matter; the crux, the heart, the pith.
- indispensable Absolutely necessary or requisite; that one cannot do without. [from 17th c.]
basic — full definition
- adjective Forming the essential foundation of something; fundamental.
- adjective In chemistry, having a pH greater than 7; alkaline.
- noun (informal, plural: basics) The essential items or facts needed for something.
essential — full definition
- adj Absolutely necessary; unable to be done without.
- noun A basic item or ingredient that is necessary.