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Meaning of instance
A particular example or case of something.
Etymology of instance
The word "instance" originated from Old French "instance", from Latin "instantia", meaning "a being instant or urgent", from "instans", the present participle of "instare", meaning "to stand upon or near".
Historically, the word has been used in various contexts, including law, philosophy, and literature, to refer to a specific example, case, or occasion.
Synonyms
case
example
illustration
sample
specimen
occasion
event
incident
circumstance
situation
episode
experience
happening
occurrence
manifestation
demonstration
exhibition
display
show
presentation
representation
embodiment
incarnation
personification
typification
exemplification
illustration
model
precedent
parallel
analogue
counterpart
equivalent
counterpart
corollary
consequence
result
outcome
upshot
Definitions
- A separate or individual example of something, used to illustrate a point or principle.
- * A particular occasion or event.
- * A formal accusation or charge.
Usage Examples
- This instance of corruption is just the tip of the iceberg.
- * The company will review each instance of customer complaint individually.
- * The new policy will come into effect in this instance, but not in general.