CEFR B1

at the core

idiom

Meaning

The most essential, central, or fundamental part of something.

Examples

Honesty is at the core of their relationship.
The problem at the core of the debate is a lack of funding.

Synonyms: central, fundamental, essential, intrinsic

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at the core (B1)

idiom

Pronunciation: æt ðə kɔːr

Definition

The most essential, central, or fundamental part of something.

Examples

Honesty is at the core of their relationship.
The problem at the core of the debate is a lack of funding.
We need to address the issues at the core of this conflict.

Synonyms of at the core

Words with a similar meaning to at the core:

central
fundamental
essential
intrinsic

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