Background for matters

matters

/ˈmætəz/ /ˈmætɚz/

Illustration matters - Image 1

noun

Substance, material.

Examples :

"The artist uses different matters, such as clay and wood, to create her sculptures. "

material substance

Illustration matters - Image 1

Illustration matters - Image 2

noun

A condition, subject or affair, especially one of concern.

Examples :

""The health of our family matters to me more than anything else." "

condition situation

Illustration matters - Image 1

noun

An approximate amount or extent.

Examples :

"I stayed for a matter of months."

Illustration matters - Image 1

noun

The essence; the pith; the embodiment.

Examples :

"In writing, clarity and conciseness are the matters that truly make a message effective. "

being philosophy abstract thing

Illustration matters - Image 1

Illustration matters - Image 2

noun

Inducing cause or reason, especially of anything disagreeable or distressing.

Examples :

"The persistent bullying at school became serious matters of concern for the parents and teachers. "

suffering emotion mind condition

Illustration matters - Image 1

noun

Examples :

"The doctor cleaned the wound carefully to remove all the matters so it could heal properly. "

Illustration matters - Image 1

Illustration matters - Image 2

verb

To be important.

Examples :

"Showing up on time for your job interview matters. "

value philosophy being

Illustration matters - Image 1

Illustration matters - Image 2

verb

(in negative constructions) To care about, to mind; to find important.

Examples :

"It doesn't matter if you're late, as long as you finish the assignment. "

attitude value mind

Illustration matters - Image 1

verb

To form pus or matter, as an abscess; to maturate.

Examples :

"The doctor explained that if the wound isn't kept clean, it will likely become infected and matters. "

medicine disease body