existing
Translation
existing, current, present
Examples
We must use the existing resources.
We must use the existing resources.
The new plan improves on the existing one.
The new plan improves on the existing one.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) existing (noun) The existing building is very old.
Similar Words
Synonyms: current, present, actual; Antonyms: non-existent, future
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'to exist', from Latin 'existere' meaning 'to appear, to be', from 'ex-' (out) + 'sistere' (to stand).
Memory Tips
Think of 'ex-' as 'out' and '-ist' as 'stand'. Something that is 'standing out' in reality is 'existing'.