fundamental
US /ˌfʌndəˈmɛntl/
・UK /ˌfʌndəˈmentl/
A2
adjective
- Forming a necessary part, base, or core
- Basic and essential; forming a necessary base or core.
- Affecting the essential nature of something; radical.
- Of central importance.
- So basic that it cannot be taken away or ignored.
noun
- A basic part of something
- A class that is the root of all other classes.
- (Music) the lowest note in a harmony
- A basic principle, rule, or law that serves as the groundwork of a system; an essential part.
- A basic principle, rule, or law that serves as the groundwork of a system.
- A basic principle, skill, or rule.
Examples
Improved funding is fundamental to the success of the project.
This principle is clear and absolutely fundamental.