What does mattering mean?
Mattering means present participle and gerund of matter.
Mattering
Pronunciation varies by accent · verb
Meaning
present participle and gerund of matter.
Definitions by Sense
- present participle and gerund of matter
- (rare) The quality of something that matters; significance; importance.
Example Sentences
But not all matterings matter the same: you value your daily respite at the coffee shop that's long brightened your mornings, but if that shop goes under, you wouldn't—I hope—be facing existential threat.
Mattering is "a core, universal human need," a necessary component for well-being, Dr. [Gordon] Flett said. But it's tricky to define, he added, because people sometimes confuse it with belonging, self-esteem and social connection.
Synonyms for mattering
Antonyms for mattering
Related Words
Word Forms
- matterings
Usage Notes
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But not all matterings matter the same: you value your daily respite at the coffee shop that's long brightened your mornings, but if that shop goes under, you wouldn't—I hope—be facing existential threat.
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