basic

(bāˈsĭk)

1. Of, relating to, or forming a base; fundamental: “Basic changes in public opinion often occur because of shifts in concerns and priorities” (Atlantic).
2. Of, being, or serving as a starting point or basis: a basic course in Russian; a set of basic woodworking tools.
3. Chemistry
   a. Of or relating to a base.
   b. Containing a base, especially in excess of acid.
   c. Alkaline.
4. Geology Containing little silica, as igneous rocks.

1. An essential, fundamental element or entity: the basics of math.
2. Basic training.

Related Forms:

• ba·sicˈi·ty (-sĭsˈĭ-tē) noun

or Ba·sic (bāˈsĭk)