Pronunciation: /ˈmætər/
noun physical substance in general, as distinct from mind and spirit; that which occupies space and possesses rest mass
A1 Water is a necessary matter for human survival.
A2 The color of the curtains doesn't matter to me.
B1 The subject matter of the book is quite complex.
B2 It's a matter of personal preference.
C1 The matter at hand requires immediate attention.
C2 The legal matter was settled out of court.
verb be of importance; have significance
A1 It doesn't matter what color shirt you wear.
A2 Does it matter if I arrive late to the party?
B1 The quality of the ingredients used in the recipe will matter in the final result.
B2 It will matter greatly whether or not you pass this exam for your future career.
C1 The details of the contract matter significantly in determining the outcome of the negotiation.
C2 In the grand scheme of things, what truly matters is how you treat others and make a positive impact in the world.
formal The scientific matter discussed in the conference was quite complex.
informal It doesn't matter if you come a little late to the party.
slang She's always in everyone's business, but it ain't no matter to me.
figurative His heart was heavy with the weight of the matter.
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