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based

/beɪst/

Meanings
  • Adjective

    Having a solid foundation or base.

  • Verb

    Serving as a foundation or base.


Pronunciation
  1. /beɪst/



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Antonyms

cringe
Rhymes
Words rhyming with based
maces , graces , paces
Homophones
Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,
  1. Base () : A substance used as a foundation or base.

  2. Base () : A natural mineral rich in minerals, typically alkaline or basic.

  3. Base () : A person or thing regarded as the foundation or source of something.


Variants
List of all variants of based that leads to same result
based , base , base on , base upon , based on , based upon , bases , basing , plant-based , zero-base , zero-based , broad-based , broadly based
Forms
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bases, basedly, basedness


Etymology
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From Old French 'bas' meaning bottom or base.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'based' comes from the Old French word 'bas', which means bottom or base.

  2. The term 'based' is often used in gaming culture to describe someone who is authentic or true to themselves.


Related Concepts
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  1. Foundation: A solid base or ground on which something is built.

  2. Baseboard: A flat board nailed to the bottom of a wall to cover the joint between the wall and the floor.


Culture
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In literature, 'based' is often used metaphorically to describe a solid foundation or strong support. In art, the term 'based' may refer to a painting or sculpture that serves as a foundation or base for other works.

How to Memorize "based"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a building with a strong foundation or base that supports the entire structure.

  2. associate

    - Think of the word 'solid' or 'stable' when you see or hear the word 'based'.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mental image of the word 'based' as a solid base or foundation.


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