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- [in-stuh ns]
- /ˈɪn stəns/
- /ˈɪn.stəns/
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- [in-stuh ns]
- /ˈɪn stəns/
Definitions of instances word
- noun instances a case or occurrence of anything: fresh instances of oppression. 1
- noun instances an example put forth in proof or illustration: to cite a few instances. 1
- noun instances Law. the institution and prosecution of a case. 1
- noun instances Archaic. urgency in speech or action. 1
- noun instances Obsolete. an impelling motive. 1
- verb with object instances to cite as an instance or example. 1
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Origin of instances
First appearance:
before 1300 One of the 15% oldest English words
1300-50; Middle English < Latin instantia presence, urgency (Medieval Latin: case, example). See instant, -ance
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Parts of speech for Instances
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instances popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
instances usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for instances
noun instances
- examples — Plural form of example.
- occurrences — the action, fact, or instance of occurring.
- illustrations — Plural form of illustration.
- occasions — a particular time, especially as marked by certain circumstances or occurrences: They met on three occasions.
- cases — Plural form of case.
Antonyms for instances
verb instances
- hides — Plural form of hide.
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