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based
[ beyst ]
adjective
- having a specified object or material as its base or foundation or as its primary constituent (often used in combination):
Our house was one of the three stone-based houses of that era, built by my maternal grandfather.
- established, grounded, or focused on a specified principle or belief, fact, method, etc. (often used in combination):
It’s a culturally based phys ed curriculum that uses Indian traditions and values to teach healthy lifestyle habits.
There are a number of promising evidence-based treatment modalities to address depression.
- having a specified place as its primary location or headquarters; stationed or situated (often used in combination):
A centrally based Houston media agency is looking for a Digital Account Manager to help with a key communications client.
The Chicago-based HIV/AIDS organization provides housing, healthcare, and substance abuse programs for its clients.
- having a specified origin or source (often used in combination):
They want to replace animal-based foods with plant-based milks and vegetable protein.
- Slang. true to one’s self or secure in one’s beliefs regardless of what others think, especially when those beliefs fall outside of the mainstream:
Her presentation was so based—did you see the teacher's expression? Priceless!
interjection
- (used to express approval or respect, especially in response to a social media post):
Based. At least somebody shows some spine on this forum.
verb
- the simple past tense and past participle of base 1( def ).
Other 51³Ô¹Ï Forms
- ³Ü²Ô·²ú²¹²õ±ð»å adjective
- well-based adjective
51³Ô¹Ï History and Origins
Origin of based1
Example Sentences
In a statement, Joe Donlin, director of the United to House LA coalition behind the tax, said the report was based on “highly questionable assumptions†and furthered the interests of “real estate millionaires and billionaires.â€
Microsoft says Recall will be rolled out worldwide, but those based in the EU will have to wait until later in 2025.
The author is a screenwriter based in Los Angeles.
It’s been an honor to bring this exhibition to life with the work of 60 multigenerational artists based around the world.
The Watches of Switzerland Group - based at Carlton Park in King Edward Avenue, Leicestershire - said 40 people were expected to leave the business.
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