basic

noun adjective

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: ba-sic (2)
English Definition

Forming an essential foundation or starting point; fundamental.

Example Sentence

Food, clothing, and shelter are basic human needs.

US IPA /ˈbeɪsɪk/
UK IPA /ˈbeɪsɪk/

Synonyms

fundamental essential primary elementary vital

Antonyms

advanced secondary