fundamental — forming a necessary base or core; of central importance
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: forming a necessary base or core; of central importance
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌfʌndəˈmentl/
Example Sentences
- My mom says cleaning my room is fundamental, but I think it's fundamentally impossible!
- The teacher explained that understanding fundamental concepts is like building a house - you need a strong foundation first.
- Scientists discovered fundamental particles that are smaller than atoms.
fundamental
ADJECTIVE[/ˌfʌndəˈmentl/]
forming a necessary base or core; of central importance
Reading is a fundamental skill for learning every subject.
Strong fundamentals helped the young pianist master difficult music. (FUNDAMENTAL = FOUNDATION FIRST.)
The students mastered the fundamentals, understood the lesson, and advanced to harder problems.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'fundamentum' meaning 'foundation' or 'base,' derived from 'fundare' meaning 'to found or establish.' The word entered English through Old French and has been used since the 14th century to describe things that form the essential basis of something.
Breakdown
fundament (base, foundation) + -al (suffix meaning 'relating to' or 'of the nature of') = fundamental (relating to or forming a necessary base)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
“Democracy is based on fundamental principles of freedom.”
“Education is a fundamental right of every child.”
“The company needs fundamental change in its structure.”
“Investors use fundamental analysis to evaluate stocks.”
“This raises a fundamental question about human nature.”
📝Examples
“My mom says cleaning my room is fundamental, but I think it's fundamentally impossible!”
“The teacher explained that understanding fundamental concepts is like building a house - you need a strong foundation first.”
“Scientists discovered fundamental particles that are smaller than atoms.”
“The fundamental difference between cats and dogs is that cats think they own you!”
“Human rights are fundamental to a just society.”
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