essential
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completely necessary or very important
Water is essential for all living things to survive.
水对所有生物的生存至关重要。
relating to the most basic or important part of something
The essential quality of a good leader is honesty.
优秀领导者的基本品质是诚实。
something that is absolutely necessary
Food, water, and shelter are essential for human survival.
食物、水和住所是人类生存的必需品。
the most important basic knowledge about something
Learning the essentials of cooking is essential for living independently.
学习烹饪的基本知识对于独立生活至关重要。