"basis" | Definition and Related Words

Noun

is a type of: foundation - the basis on which something is grounded

subtypes: common ground - a basis agreed to by all parties for reaching a mutual understanding

same as: footing, ground
is a type of: assumption, supposal, supposition - a hypothesis that is taken for granted

subtypes: meat and potatoes - the fundamental part

is a part of: explanation - thought that makes something comprehensible

same as: base, cornerstone, foundation, fundament, groundwork
is a type of: component, component part, constituent, part, portion - something determined in relation to something that includes it

same as: base