Essence
Essence noun - The quality or qualities that make a thing what it is.
Usage example: the belief that power ultimately rests with the people is the very essence of democracy
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Quiddity is a synonym for essence in heart topic. In some cases you can use "Quiddity" instead a noun "Essence", when it comes to topics like fundamental nature.
Quiddity
Quiddity noun - The quality or qualities that make a thing what it is.
Usage example: Rembrandt's genius was his unparalleled ability to render a person's quiddity in a single portrait
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