fundamental

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/ˌfʌndəˈmɛntəl/ English

Definitions

noun

(usually in the plural) A leading or primary principle, rule, law, or article, which serves as the groundwork of a system; an essential part“one of the fundamentals of linear algebra”
The lowest frequency of a periodic waveform.
The lowest partial of a complex tone.

adjective

Pertaining to the foundation or basis; serving for the foundation.
Essential, as an element, principle, or law; important; original; elementary.“A need for belonging seems fundamental to humans.”

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Synonyms

groundlaying cardinal significant basic primal important profound rudimentary central underlying fundamental frequency key first harmonic of import elementary basically principle

Associated

theorem calculus principles harmonic algebraic symmetry quantum liberties physics concepts geometry

Rhymes

detrimental transcendental mental sentimental temperamental incidental monumental instrumental supplemental elemental

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