Instance
Noun
UK
/ˈɪn.stəns/
US
/ˈɪn.stəns/
Definition
A single example or event that shows something clearly.
Example
"This is a good instance of hard work leading to success."
"For instance, drinking water daily helps you stay healthy and fresh."
"In one instance, the teacher helped a student who was feeling shy."
Explanation
An instance means an example or a single time something happens. For example, “This is a good instance of teamwork” or “In one instance, the rain stopped just as we reached home”. It is often used to explain or show a situation clearly. You can also say “for instance” to mean “for example”, like “Many fruits, for instance, apples and bananas, are good for health.” It helps us point to a clear example of something.