foundational (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /faʊnˈdeɪʃənl/

Definition

Serving as a necessary base or core for something to develop or grow.

Examples

• These skills are foundational to success in the program.

• The report provides a foundational understanding of the issue.

• We need to establish foundational beliefs before we can move forward.

Synonyms of foundational

Words with a similar meaning to foundational:

• basic
• fundamental
• essential
• principal

Antonyms of foundational

Words with the opposite meaning to foundational:

• superficial
• secondary

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