fundamental

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adjective

fun·da·men·tal ˌfən-də-ˈmen-tᵊl How to pronounce fundamental (audio)

: serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic

Responsibility is fundamental to democracy.

The Constitution ensures our fundamental rights.

: serving as an original or generating source : primary

a discovery fundamental to modern computers

: of or relating to essential structure, function, or facts : radical

fundamental change

also : of or dealing with general principles rather than practical application

fundamental science

: adhering to fundamentalism

a preacher who is evangelical, Bible-teaching, and fundamental

: of central importance : principal

fundamental purpose

such fundamental events as birth, marriage, and death

: belonging to one's innate or ingrained characteristics : deep-rooted

her fundamental good humor

: of, relating to, or produced by the lowest component of a complex vibration (see vibration sense 1)

fundamental

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noun

: something fundamental

especially : one of the minimum constituents without which a thing or a system would not be what it is

: the principal musical tone produced by vibration (as of a string or column of air) on which a series of higher harmonics is based

: the root of a chord

: the harmonic component of a complex wave that has the lowest frequency and commonly the greatest amplitude

Example Sentences

Adjective The Constitution ensures our fundamental rights. There's a fundamental difference between these two political parties. These ideas are of fundamental importance. The revolution brought about a fundamental change in the country. We need to make some fundamental changes in the way we do business. We need to address these problems on a more fundamental level. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Most controversially, a parallel Indigenous justice system would rule in cases that do not affect fundamental rights or international treaties signed by Chile.

BostonGlobe.com, 2 Sep. 2022 But only when the policy environment secures fundamental rights.

Wayne Winegarden, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 Then, as now, questions of fundamental rights and human dignity should not have been left up to the whims of voters or even state legislators.

Jill Filipovic, CNN, 3 Aug. 2022 In this political climate, the tired rhetoric of encouraging a disillusioned base to vote, vote, vote their way out of a direct attack on their fundamental rights isn’t going to be popular.

Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2022 Wilner and his team filed a lawsuit demanding fundamental due process rights for his clients.

Jordan Michael Smith, The New Republic, 6 July 2022 Supreme Court decisions strip away fundamental rights from half our population.

San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 July 2022 World leaders from across the political spectrum referred to the United States as a cautionary tale of how fundamental rights can be lost.

Shira Rubin, Washington Post, 28 June 2022 California’s largest city, and the state as a whole, are now bastions of democracy, bulwarks for fundamental rights that are disappearing in MAGA states.

Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2022

Noun

While the technology may be new to some organizations, hiring the right people and assembling great teams is a business fundamental that has stood the test of time.

Daphne Kis, Forbes, 12 Apr. 2022 One fundamental that makes coaching successful is the nature of the relationship between the two people involved.

Jack Zenger, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2022 The short-yardage problems were more muscle-mass fundamental.

Dave Hyde, sun-sentinel.com, 6 Nov. 2021 Together, the advances span the fundamental to the applied.

Chad Mirkin, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2021 The program teaches students the fundamental of electricity as well as the math and sciences needed to work on power lines.

Leada Gore | Lgore@al.com, al, 6 Apr. 2021 This has always been a timeless fundamental of marketing, but so much more evident now.

Sarah Hofstetter, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2021 Called Fleming's Left Hand Rule, this fundamental of electromagnetism states that the confluence of a magnetic field and an electric current passing through a fluid will cause the fluid to be propelled in one direction.

Abe Dane, Popular Mechanics, 14 Jan. 2021 For a company of its size, that kind of a move is less a reflection of business fundamentals,...

Laura Forman, WSJ, 26 May 2020 See More

fundamental 1 of 2

adjective

as in basic

of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject the purpose of the course is to furnish students with fundamental knowledge of human reproduction

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fundamental

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as in axiom

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Synonym Chooser

Some common synonyms of fundamental are cardinal, essential, and vital. While all these words mean "so important as to be indispensable," fundamental applies to something that is a foundation without which an entire system or complex whole would collapse.

fundamental principles of algebra

The words cardinal and fundamental can be used in similar contexts, but cardinal suggests something on which an outcome turns or depends.

a cardinal rule in buying a home

Although the words essential and fundamental have much in common, essential implies belonging to the very nature of a thing and therefore being incapable of removal without destroying the thing itself or its character.

conflict is essential in drama

The words vital and fundamental are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, vital suggests something that is necessary to a thing's continued existence or operation.

cut off from vital supplies

单词	fundamental
释义	fundamental 1 of 2 adjective fun·da·men·tal ˌfən-də-ˈmen-tᵊl 1 a : serving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic Responsibility is fundamental to democracy. The Constitution ensures our fundamental rights. b : serving as an original or generating source : primary a discovery fundamental to modern computers 2 a : of or relating to essential structure, function, or facts : radical fundamental change also : of or dealing with general principles rather than practical application fundamental science b : adhering to fundamentalism a preacher who is evangelical, Bible-teaching, and fundamental 3 : of central importance : principal fundamental purpose such fundamental events as birth, marriage, and death 4 : belonging to one's innate or ingrained characteristics : deep-rooted her fundamental good humor 5 : of, relating to, or produced by the lowest component of a complex vibration (see vibration sense 1) fundamental 2 of 2 noun 1 : something fundamental especially : one of the minimum constituents without which a thing or a system would not be what it is 2 a : the principal musical tone produced by vibration (as of a string or column of air) on which a series of higher harmonics is based b : the root of a chord 3 : the harmonic component of a complex wave that has the lowest frequency and commonly the greatest amplitude Synonyms Adjective abecedarian basal basic beginning elemental elementary essential introductory meat-and-potatoes rudimental rudimentary underlying Noun ABC(s) alphabet basics elements essentials grammar principles rudiments See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective The Constitution ensures our fundamental rights. There's a fundamental difference between these two political parties. These ideas are of fundamental importance. The revolution brought about a fundamental change in the country. We need to make some fundamental changes in the way we do business. We need to address these problems on a more fundamental level. See More Recent Examples on the Web Adjective Most controversially, a parallel Indigenous justice system would rule in cases that do not affect fundamental rights or international treaties signed by Chile. BostonGlobe.com, 2 Sep. 2022 But only when the policy environment secures fundamental rights. Wayne Winegarden, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 Then, as now, questions of fundamental rights and human dignity should not have been left up to the whims of voters or even state legislators. Jill Filipovic, CNN, 3 Aug. 2022 In this political climate, the tired rhetoric of encouraging a disillusioned base to vote, vote, vote their way out of a direct attack on their fundamental rights isn’t going to be popular. Hanna Lustig, Glamour, 2 Aug. 2022 Wilner and his team filed a lawsuit demanding fundamental due process rights for his clients. Jordan Michael Smith, The New Republic, 6 July 2022 Supreme Court decisions strip away fundamental rights from half our population. San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 July 2022 World leaders from across the political spectrum referred to the United States as a cautionary tale of how fundamental rights can be lost. Shira Rubin, Washington Post, 28 June 2022 California’s largest city, and the state as a whole, are now bastions of democracy, bulwarks for fundamental rights that are disappearing in MAGA states. Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2022 Noun While the technology may be new to some organizations, hiring the right people and assembling great teams is a business fundamental that has stood the test of time. Daphne Kis, Forbes, 12 Apr. 2022 One fundamental that makes coaching successful is the nature of the relationship between the two people involved. Jack Zenger, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2022 The short-yardage problems were more muscle-mass fundamental. Dave Hyde, sun-sentinel.com, 6 Nov. 2021 Together, the advances span the fundamental to the applied. Chad Mirkin, Scientific American, 9 Oct. 2021 The program teaches students the fundamental of electricity as well as the math and sciences needed to work on power lines. Leada Gore \| Lgore@al.com, al, 6 Apr. 2021 This has always been a timeless fundamental of marketing, but so much more evident now. Sarah Hofstetter, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2021 Called Fleming's Left Hand Rule, this fundamental of electromagnetism states that the confluence of a magnetic field and an electric current passing through a fluid will cause the fluid to be propelled in one direction. Abe Dane, Popular Mechanics, 14 Jan. 2021 For a company of its size, that kind of a move is less a reflection of business fundamentals,... Laura Forman, WSJ, 26 May 2020 See More Word History Etymology Adjective Middle English, borrowed from Late Latin fundāmentālis "serving as a foundation," from Latin fundāmentum "foundation, basis" + -ālis -al entry 1 — more at fundament Noun derivative of fundamental entry 1 First Known Use Adjective 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1b Noun 1617, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Phrases Containing fundamental fundamental law fundamental group fundamental particle fundamental law fundamental group fundamental particle Kids Definition fundamental 1 of 2 adjective fun·da·men·tal ˌfən-də-ˈmen-tᵊl : being or forming a foundation : basic, essential The discovery was fundamental to science. our fundamental rights fundamental 2 of 2 noun : a basic part the fundamentals of arithmetic Medical Definition fundamental noun fun·da·men·tal ˌfən-də-ˈment-ᵊl : the principal musical tone produced by vibration (as of a string or column of air) on which a series of higher overtones is based fundamental 1 of 2 adjective as in basic of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject the purpose of the course is to furnish students with fundamental knowledge of human reproduction Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance basic rudimentary elementary underlying introductory essential elemental basal beginning rudimental simple preliminary primary crucial key primal meat-and-potatoes important primordial abecedarian prime primeval primitive preparatory uncomplicated crude rude Antonyms & Near Antonyms complex advanced sophisticated extensive complicated detailed higher intricate elaborate high evolved convoluted developed refined See More fundamental 2 of 2 noun 1 as in axiom Synonyms & Similar Words axiom maxim precept principle rule regulation moral law code constitution reg statute value act ground rule decalogue bylaw directory commandment instruction direction ordinance dictate directive decree restriction fiat practice order tradition command prohibition standard edict manners behest blueprint guideline formula proscription interdiction guide mores custom ban charge habit convention way practise canon 2 as in main Synonyms & Similar Words main core essence problem essential issue basis consideration substance sum heart quick purpose nucleus staple burden net body bulk pivot crux mass kernel idea gist purport generality marrow centerpiece nub pith grist count keynote essentiality point argument nubbin question matter subject subject matter debate bottom motive topic content theme affair talking point motif Antonyms & Near Antonyms tangent aside digression excursion parenthesis interjection Synonym Chooser Some common synonyms of fundamental are cardinal, essential, and vital. While all these words mean "so important as to be indispensable," fundamental applies to something that is a foundation without which an entire system or complex whole would collapse. fundamental principles of algebra The words cardinal and fundamental can be used in similar contexts, but cardinal suggests something on which an outcome turns or depends. a cardinal rule in buying a home Although the words essential and fundamental have much in common, essential implies belonging to the very nature of a thing and therefore being incapable of removal without destroying the thing itself or its character. conflict is essential in drama The words vital and fundamental are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, vital suggests something that is necessary to a thing's continued existence or operation. cut off from vital supplies
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