integral
Translation
integral, essential, built-in
Examples
Music is an integral part of the festival.
Music is an integral part of the festival.
The car has an integral GPS system.
The car has an integral GPS system.
Grammar Patterns
an integral part of (sth.) Trust is an integral part of any relationship.
integral to (sth.) Hard work is integral to success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: essential, fundamental, necessary; Antonyms: secondary, nonessential
Etymology
From Latin 'integer' meaning 'whole, untouched', from 'in-' (not) + 'tangere' (to touch).
Memory Tips
Think of something 'integral' as being essential to make a whole, like an integer is a whole number.