Antonyms for basis

Grammar : Noun

Spell : bey-sis

Phonetic Transcription : ˈbeɪ sɪs

Definition of basis

Origin : 1570s, "bottom or foundation (of something material)," from Latin basis "foundation," from Greek basis "a step, stand, base, that whereon one stands," from bainein "go, step" (see come). Transferred and figurative senses (of immaterial things) are from c.1600.

noun physical foundation
noun foundation for belief, action

Example sentences :

It is also much used as a basis for numerous other dressings.
Extract from : « Woman's Institute Library of Cookery, Vol. 4 » by Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences

So, with Sidney the basis of his happiness, he made the most of his evening's freedom.
Extract from : « K » by Mary Roberts Rinehart

He was not certain that the boy's statement had any basis in fact.
Extract from : « K » by Mary Roberts Rinehart

You must have a good glider as the basis of a successful flying machine.
Extract from : « Flying Machines » by W.J. Jackman and Thos. H. Russell

There is no religion in the world that has any other basis than hearsay evidence.
Extract from : « The Devil's Dictionary » by Ambrose Bierce

Bedr's story, largely false as it might be, must have a basis of truth.
Extract from : « It Happened in Egypt » by C. N. Williamson

So much for the basis upon which I propose that we shall work.
Extract from : « Roden's Corner » by Henry Seton Merriman

But Freeland, and not this time our own coast possessions, is to form the basis of the operations.
Extract from : « Freeland » by Theodor Hertzka

On that as a basis I think we can speedily form an acquaintance.
Extract from : « In a Steamer Chair and Other Stories » by Robert Barr

There is only one element, which is the basis of everything.
Extract from : « Jennie Baxter, Journalist » by Robert Barr

Synonyms for basis

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