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Meaning of foundation
The primary meaning of the word "foundation" is the base or starting point of something.
Etymology of foundation
The word "foundation" comes from Old French "fondation", from Latin "fundatio(n-)", from "fundare", which means "to found"
Historically, the term has been used to describe the act of laying the basis for something, whether it be a physical structure, an institution, or an idea
Synonyms
base
basis
groundwork
starting point
origin
root
source
beginning
commencement
inception
initiation
establishment
institution
creation
formation
construction
framework
structure
underpinning
understructure
substructure
footing
bedrock
fundament
grounds
rationale
reason
justification
premise
assumption
principle
cornerstone
keystone
Definitions
- The base or starting point of something, especially a building or institution
- * An organization that donates money to support a particular cause or activity
- * A person's natural ability or talent
- * A cosmetic used to cover and even out the tone of the skin
Usage Examples
- The charity is the foundation of the community's social services
- * The company's foundation is built on a strong work ethic and dedication to quality
- * She applied a layer of foundation to even out her skin tone
Antonyms
destruction
demolition
dismantling
eradication
elimination
abolition
annihilation
collapse
downfall
ruin
decay
disintegration
deterioration
negation
rejection
removal
demolition
obliteration
extinction