existing
Translation
existing, current, present
Examples
We must work with the existing system.
We must work with the existing system.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) existing (noun) We must work with the existing system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: current, present, actual; Antonyms: nonexistent, potential, future
Etymology
From the verb 'exist', from Latin 'existere' meaning 'to stand forth, appear, be', from 'ex-' (out) + 'sistere' (to stand). The '-ing' form is used as an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'stands out' (ex- + sist) as being real and currently present.