based
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/beɪst/
English
Definitions
verb
- To give as its foundation or starting point; to lay the foundation of.
- To be located (at a particular place).
- (acrobatics, cheerleading) To act as a base; to be the person supporting the flyer.
adjective
- Founded on; having a basis; often used in combining forms.“That was a soundly based argument.”
adjective
- (of a person) Not caring what others think about one's personality, style, or behavior; focused on maintaining individuality.
- (4chan, Reddit, Instagram) Praiseworthy and admirable, often through exhibiting independence and security.“Based and red pilled.”
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Synonyms
foundedsupportedsettledgroundsbasisfoundationbasalgroundworkadapteddesignedstructuredsituateddefinedtieddirectedfunction