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foundation

[faʊnˈdeɪʃən]

foundation Definition

  • 1the lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level
  • 2an underlying basis or principle for something
  • 3an organization established to promote a particular cause

Using foundation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "foundation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The foundation of the house was reinforced with steel beams.

  • Example

    The foundation of his argument was flawed.

  • Example

    The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is a well-known philanthropic organization.

foundation Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for foundation

Phrases with foundation

  • create the basis or groundwork for something

    Example

    The research laid the foundation for future studies in the field.

  • shake the foundations

    cause great upheaval or change in something

    Example

    The scandal shook the foundations of the company and led to major changes in management.

  • develop something further based on a strong and reliable basis

    Example

    The success of the first product allowed the company to build on a solid foundation and expand into new markets.

Origins of foundation

from Old French 'fondation', from Latin 'fundatio', from 'fundare' meaning 'to lay a bottom or foundation'

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Summary: foundation in Brief

The term 'foundation' [faʊnˈdeɪʃən] refers to the lowest part of a building that bears its weight, or an underlying basis or principle for something. It can also refer to an organization established to promote a particular cause. Examples include 'The foundation of the house was reinforced with steel beams,' and 'The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is a well-known philanthropic organization.' Phrases like 'lay the foundation' and 'build on a solid foundation' denote creating a basis or developing something further based on a strong and reliable basis.

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