fundamental
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/ˌfʌndəˈmentl/
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/ˌfʌndəˈmentl/
adjective
B2
very important and basic
This fundamental rule must be followed by everyone.
R
forming the necessary base
Hard work is fundamental to achieving success.
R
basic and not able to be divided further
Scientists study fundamental particles to understand matter.
noun
R
a basic rule or essential part
Learning the fundamentals is the first step to mastery.
translation
very important and basic; forming the necessary base; basic and not able to be divided further
a basic rule or essential part
Word Forms
Plural
fundamentals