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Fundamental

Fuh-nduh-MEH-ntuhl

/ˌfʌndʌˈmɛntʌl/

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fundamental

Dictionary meaning

Serving as an essential component.

Examples

  • The fundamental laws of the universe.
  • The fundamental revolution in human values that has occurred.

Synonyms: central

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