Immateriality

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Pronunciation: /ˌɪməˌtɪriˈæləti/

Definitions of immateriality

noun the quality or state of being immaterial; lack of material substance or importance

Example Sentences

A1 The concept of immateriality is difficult for young children to understand.

A2 In some cultures, the idea of immateriality is closely linked to spirituality.

B1 The philosopher discussed the immateriality of the mind in his latest book.

B2 The artist's work often explores the immateriality of light and shadow.

C1 The lawyer argued that the immateriality of the evidence should not be overlooked in the case.

C2 The scientist's research delves into the immateriality of subatomic particles.

Examples of immateriality in a Sentence

formal The concept of immateriality in accounting refers to items that are not considered significant enough to impact financial statements.

informal In the grand scheme of things, the immateriality of that detail doesn't really matter.

slang Who cares about the immateriality of that issue? It's not a big deal.

figurative Her mind was in a state of immateriality, floating away from the stresses of reality.

Grammatical Forms of immateriality

plural

immaterialities

comparative

more immaterial

superlative

most immaterial

present tense

is immaterial

future tense

will be immaterial

perfect tense

has been immaterial

continuous tense

is being immaterial

singular

immateriality

positive degree

immaterial

infinitive

to be immaterial

gerund

immaterializing

participle

immaterialized

Origin and Evolution of immateriality

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'immateriality' originated from the Latin word 'immaterialis', which is a combination of 'in-' (not) and 'materia' (matter).
Evolution of the word: Originally used in a philosophical context to describe the state of not having material substance or relevance, the word 'immateriality' has evolved to also encompass the idea of being insignificant or unimportant in a broader sense.