noun
B2
The fact that something is made of physical matter and has a solid form.
The materiality of the sculpture was emphasized by the rough texture of the stone.
C1
How important or significant something is in a particular situation.
The materiality of the evidence in the case was crucial to the outcome of the trial.
B2
In finance, something that is significant enough to affect a company's financial statements.
The company's financial advisor considered the potential impact of the materiality of the new contract on the balance sheet.
translation
The fact that something is made of physical matter and has a solid form.; How important or significant something is in a particular situation.; In finance, something that is significant enough to affect a company's financial statements.
Word Forms
Plural
materialities