basic

1 of 3

adjective

ba·sic ˈbā-sik How to pronounce basic (audio)

also -zik

: of, relating to, or forming the base or essence : fundamental

basic truths

: concerned with fundamental scientific principles : not applied

basic research

: constituting or serving as the basis or starting point

a basic set of tools

: of, relating to, containing, or having the character of a chemical base

: having an alkaline reaction

: containing relatively little silica

basic rocks

: relating to, made by, used in, or being a process of making steel done in a furnace lined with basic material and under basic slag

basicity

bā-ˈsi-sə-tē How to pronounce basic (audio)

noun

Synonyms

Adjective

abecedarian
basal
beginning
elemental
elementary
essential
fundamental
introductory
meat-and-potatoes
rudimental
rudimentary
underlying

Noun (1)

ABC(s)
alphabet
elements
essentials
fundamentals
grammar
principles
rudiments

See all Synonyms & Antonyms

Example Sentences

Adjective In this class, you will learn the basic principles of chemistry. At its most basic level, the book is about a father's relationship with his children. The basic difference between the two companies is their size. rights that are basic to all human beings basic reading, writing, and mathematics She lacks even the most basic skills necessary for the job. That's just the basic salary without overtime or tips. The motel is comfortable but pretty basic: you get the necessities all right, but no luxuries. Noun (1) He's teaching me the basics of Japanese cooking. He starts basic in two months. Noun (2) The program is written in BASIC. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

It is certainly written by the people who were taught basic literacy skills.

Rachel Ashcroft, Longreads, 17 Sep. 2022 Learn the basic principles of floral design and create your own table arrangement.

oregonlive, 16 Sep. 2022 With basic precautions, participants would be able to otherwise live and work normally during the study.

Andrea L. Cox, STAT, 16 Sep. 2022 The Vogue editors swear by Leset for their basic leggings.

Humaa Hussain, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2022 Fifty-one basic rooms and nice outdoor spaces on a hillside just above the Green River.

Dina Mishev, Washington Post, 16 Sep. 2022 The singularity is digital messianism, as found in various strains of Judeo-Christian eschatology—a pretty basic onscreen Revelation.

Stephen Marche, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2022 But basic costs have defeated many a person, business, or school district from putting that knowledge to better use.

Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2022 Victims don't even have the most basic redress: the power to stop intimate images from spreading.

Danielle Keats Citron, CNN, 15 Sep. 2022

Noun

Though warm, sunny days are numbered now that fall is just around the corner, a white tank top is a great basic for a year-round wardrobe.

Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 23 Aug. 2022 Everything is a casual basic that’s meant to be part of a man’s wardrobe for years, not replaced whenever a new trend comes along.

Ann Abel, Forbes, 12 July 2022 Easy to style and extremely durable, these tees are anything but an average basic.

Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 8 June 2022 That’s this basic of function as there is, and to not let the, the prosecutor, the public defender and the judges have legal research is like telling the garbage truck.

Laura Johnston, cleveland, 14 Mar. 2022 This is a basic of life and the county should be able to do that.

Laura Johnston, cleveland, 14 Mar. 2022 Numi also recently launched a second radical take on another basic with a stain-repellant, sweat-repellant, machine-washable silk line.

Jenny Singer, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2021 That's a great basic to start with, thanks to its versatility and relaxed fit.

Sanah Faroke, PEOPLE.com, 14 Aug. 2021 The Row knows that a signature, high-quality basic can elevate an entire outfit—an attitude that Jenner and Michelle have clearly taken to heart.

Liana Satenstei, Vogue, 30 June 2021 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

base entry 1 + -ic entry 1

Noun (2)

Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code

First Known Use

Adjective

1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Noun (1)

1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun (2)

1964, in the meaning defined above

单词	basic
释义	basic 1 of 3 adjective ba·sic ˈbā-sik also -zik 1 a : of, relating to, or forming the base or essence : fundamental basic truths b : concerned with fundamental scientific principles : not applied basic research 2 : constituting or serving as the basis or starting point a basic set of tools 3 a : of, relating to, containing, or having the character of a chemical base b : having an alkaline reaction 4 : containing relatively little silica basic rocks 5 : relating to, made by, used in, or being a process of making steel done in a furnace lined with basic material and under basic slag basicity bā-ˈsi-sə-tē noun basic 2 of 3 noun (1) 1 : something that is basic : fundamental get back to basics 2 : basic training BASIC 3 of 3 noun (2) BA·SIC ˈbā-sik computers : a simplified high-level language for programming a computer The program was written in BASIC. Synonyms Adjective abecedarian basal beginning elemental elementary essential fundamental introductory meat-and-potatoes rudimental rudimentary underlying Noun (1) ABC(s) alphabet elements essentials fundamentals grammar principles rudiments See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective In this class, you will learn the basic principles of chemistry. At its most basic level, the book is about a father's relationship with his children. The basic difference between the two companies is their size. rights that are basic to all human beings basic reading, writing, and mathematics She lacks even the most basic skills necessary for the job. That's just the basic salary without overtime or tips. The motel is comfortable but pretty basic: you get the necessities all right, but no luxuries. Noun (1) He's teaching me the basics of Japanese cooking. He starts basic in two months. Noun (2) The program is written in BASIC. See More Recent Examples on the Web Adjective It is certainly written by the people who were taught basic literacy skills. Rachel Ashcroft, Longreads, 17 Sep. 2022 Learn the basic principles of floral design and create your own table arrangement. oregonlive, 16 Sep. 2022 With basic precautions, participants would be able to otherwise live and work normally during the study. Andrea L. Cox, STAT, 16 Sep. 2022 The Vogue editors swear by Leset for their basic leggings. Humaa Hussain, Vogue, 16 Sep. 2022 Fifty-one basic rooms and nice outdoor spaces on a hillside just above the Green River. Dina Mishev, Washington Post, 16 Sep. 2022 The singularity is digital messianism, as found in various strains of Judeo-Christian eschatology—a pretty basic onscreen Revelation. Stephen Marche, The Atlantic, 15 Sep. 2022 But basic costs have defeated many a person, business, or school district from putting that knowledge to better use. Carolyn Barber, Fortune, 15 Sep. 2022 Victims don't even have the most basic redress: the power to stop intimate images from spreading. Danielle Keats Citron, CNN, 15 Sep. 2022 Noun Though warm, sunny days are numbered now that fall is just around the corner, a white tank top is a great basic for a year-round wardrobe. Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 23 Aug. 2022 Everything is a casual basic that’s meant to be part of a man’s wardrobe for years, not replaced whenever a new trend comes along. Ann Abel, Forbes, 12 July 2022 Easy to style and extremely durable, these tees are anything but an average basic. Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 8 June 2022 That’s this basic of function as there is, and to not let the, the prosecutor, the public defender and the judges have legal research is like telling the garbage truck. Laura Johnston, cleveland, 14 Mar. 2022 This is a basic of life and the county should be able to do that. Laura Johnston, cleveland, 14 Mar. 2022 Numi also recently launched a second radical take on another basic with a stain-repellant, sweat-repellant, machine-washable silk line. Jenny Singer, Glamour, 23 Dec. 2021 That's a great basic to start with, thanks to its versatility and relaxed fit. Sanah Faroke, PEOPLE.com, 14 Aug. 2021 The Row knows that a signature, high-quality basic can elevate an entire outfit—an attitude that Jenner and Michelle have clearly taken to heart. Liana Satenstei, Vogue, 30 June 2021 See More Word History Etymology Adjective base entry 1 + -ic entry 1 Noun (2) Beginner's All-purpose Symbolic Instruction Code First Known Use Adjective 1842, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Noun (1) 1908, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Noun (2) 1964, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing basic basic amenities airman basic basic slag basic training basic amenities airman basic basic slag basic training Kids Definition basic 1 of 2 adjective ba·sic ˈbā-sik 1 : relating to or forming the basis or most important part of something the basic principles of science a basic set of tools 2 : relating to or characteristic of a chemical base a basic compound basic 2 of 2 noun : something that is one of the simplest and most important parts of something the basics of farming Medical Definition basic adjective ba·sic ˈbā-sik also -zik 1 : of, relating to, or forming the base or essence 2 a : of, relating to, containing, or having the character of a base b : having an alkaline reaction basic 1 of 2 adjective as in rudimentary of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject you'll need a basic knowledge of computers to get any sort of office work Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance rudimentary elementary introductory fundamental underlying essential elemental simple basal rudimental beginning preliminary meat-and-potatoes primary abecedarian primitive primal uncomplicated primordial prime key crucial preparatory important primeval crude rude Antonyms & Near Antonyms advanced complex sophisticated detailed extensive complicated elaborate intricate higher high evolved refined convoluted developed See More basic 2 of 2 noun as in essential Synonyms & Similar Words essential must requirement need stipulation imposition request provision wish desire drive demand condition want requisition ultimatum claim dun importunity
随便看	openbill openbilles openbills opencast opencut opened opened (up) opened fire on opened out opened up opener openers openest openhanded openhandedly openhandedness openhandednesses openhearted openheartedly openheartedness openheartednesses opening opening (up) opening bid opening bit

basic

adjective

noun (1)

noun (2)

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Word History

Phrases Containing basic

Kids Definition

adjective

noun

Medical Definition

adjective

adjective

noun