English / word
foundation
noun B1MEANING IN ENGLISH
the lowest load-bearing part of a building, or the underlying basis of an idea or system; The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.
the base or underlying support of something; an institution established for a purpose
In context
01
Strong values are the foundation of a family.
02
Grammar gives a foundation for better writing.
Synonyms
base,basis,support
Antonyms
surface,top,collapse
Collocations
solid foundation,lay the foundation,strong foundation