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Base
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Simple meaning
What does Base mean?
Base means the bottom support or starting point.
Dictionary definition
The bottom or main support of something; to use something as the starting point for an idea or action.
Example sentences
Base in a sentence
easy
The lamp has a heavy base.
medium
We used the story as the base for our class project.
hard
Good writers base their opinions on clear evidence.
Synonyms
Words like Base
foundationUse for the support or starting point of something.
bottomUse for the lowest part of something.
Antonyms
Opposite words
topUse for the highest part of something.
tipUse for the small end or highest point of something.
Word family
Base word family
Base word
base
noun
bases
More than one base.
verb
based
Used as the starting point or support.
adjective
basic
Simple and most important.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does base mean?
Base can mean the bottom support of something or the starting point for an idea.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to base?
Foundation can mean the support or starting point of something.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of base when talking about position?
Top is the opposite of base when base means the bottom part.
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