Essence Quotes
The very essence of romance is uncertainty.
"The very essence of romance is uncertainty."— Oscar Wilde
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Meaning of this quote
Algernon treats uncertainty as part of romantic attraction. The line expresses a comic character’s view rather than establishing a rule for stable relationships.
Key takeaway:
Recognize the difference between dramatic excitement and dependable care.
Origin of the quote
The Importance of Being Earnest (1895), Act I, Algernon.
Who actually said this?
VerifiedThe sentence appears in his discussion of romance and marriage. It is fictional dialogue.
