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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    foundation base ground principle starting point root origin cause reason groundwork premise assumption hypothesis theory concept notion idea principle fundamental element component part aspect factor ingredient constituent core nucleus backbone mainstay cornerstone bedrock foundation stone keystone linchpin pivot crux essence gist marrow pith heart kernel nucleus basis fundament rudiment beginning commencement inception initiation opening dawn birth genesis source spring fount origin head headwater wellspring foundation establishment institution formation creation construction building edifice structure framework scaffolding skeleton framework.

    Meaning of Basis

    The primary meaning of the word "basis" is a starting point or foundation for something.

    Definitions

    • A point or feature that forms the principal part of something, providing a foundation or starting point for it
    • A fact, situation, or experience that forms the foundation or starting point for something
    • The underlying condition or set of circumstances that makes something possible or likely

    Etymology of Basis

    The word "basis" has its roots in the Greek language, derived from the word "βάσις" (basis), meaning "step" or "foundation"
    The term entered the English language in the 15th century, initially used in the context of mathematics, philosophy, and science to refer to a fundamental principle or starting point
    Over time, the word has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including its use in everyday language to refer to a foundation, starting point, or underlying condition

    Example Uses

    • The company's success is built on a solid basis of innovative products and excellent customer service
    • The new policy will provide a basis for future decisions and actions
    • The researcher's theory provides a basis for understanding the complex phenomenon

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    conclusion end termination cessation finish completion culmination climax apex peak pinnacle summit top outcome result consequence effect upshot aftermath sequel tail termination expiration finale last finality closing windup dissolution breakdown collapse disintegration fragmentation dissolution demise extinction eradication abolition annihilation destruction ruin desolation wasteland barrenness sterility vacuity emptiness hollowness shallowness superficiality frivility triviality insignificance inconsequentiality.

    Related Nouns

    foundation base ground principle starting point root origin cause reason groundwork premise assumption hypothesis theory concept notion idea element component part aspect factor ingredient constituent core nucleus backbone mainstay cornerstone bedrock keystone linchpin pivot crux essence gist marrow pith heart kernel nucleus fundament rudiment beginning commencement inception initiation opening dawn birth genesis source spring fount origin head headwater wellspring.

    Related Verbs

    establish found base ground start begin initiate commence institute create construct build form shape develop evolve grow expand extend enhance improve strengthen solidify stabilize fix settle determine decide choose select opt prefer prioritize focus concentrate centralize converge unify integrate amalgamate merge combine synthesize.

    Related Adjectives

    fundamental basic primary principal initial starting underlying foundational elemental constituent component integral essential necessary vital crucial pivotal central key main major important significant critical decisive determining formative shaping influential affecting effective operative functional working practical realistic sensible logical rational reasonable sound valid justifiable defensible sustainable viable feasible possible potential promising prospective hopeful optimistic positive constructive creative innovative original imaginative inventive pioneering groundbreaking.