fundamental
Translation
fundamental, basic, essential
Examples
Hard work is fundamental to success.
Hard work is fundamental to success.
There is a fundamental difference between our views.
There is a fundamental difference between our views.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is fundamental ((to sth.)) to be essential or of central importance to (sth.) Hard work is fundamental to success.
Similar Words
Synonyms: basic, essential, core; Antonyms: secondary, minor, trivial
Etymology
From Latin 'fundamentum' (foundation), which comes from 'fundus' (bottom).
Memory Tips
Think of the 'foundation' of a building. It's the most 'fundamental' part.