Meaning & use
basic
Forming an essential foundation; simple, fundamental, and without elaboration or extras.
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The course covers the basic principles of chemistry before moving to advanced topics.
The hotel room was basic but clean, with just a bed and a small desk.
A note on using this word
Basic can be neutral, meaning foundational, or mildly critical when describing something plain or unremarkable, depending on tone.
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