The justification for or reasoning behind something
“On what basis are you suggesting that this ancient structure was because of aliens?”
The foundation on which an activity, process or structure is carried out or built on
“Regardless of its origin, sometimes a good idea forms the entire basis of a non-fiction book.”
The principle on which an idea, activity or process is based on
“His four postulates which formed the basis of his theory, however, attracted much criticism.”
An underlying condition or circumstance
“The audience may hold prejudices against the speaker and, on that basis, dismisses what he has to say.”
The reoccurrence of an event at a given frequency or time interval
“I will be consulting with my lawyer on a regular basis until the case is settled.”
The cause or latent beginning of a feeling, process, or condition
A thing on which something else is based or depends
A principle or standard by which something may be judged or decided
(used with for) A reason for a particular feeling or emotion
A beginning, or first stage
The point or place at which something begins
An assumption or proposition from which something is inferred
An element or circumstance contributing to a result
The causes, explanations, or justifications for an action or event
A basic structure underlying a system, concept, or text
Fundamental knowledge or background in a field or discipline
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