foundations
Definitions
The lowest load-bearing part of a building, typically below ground level.
The underlying basis or principles upon which something is established or developed.
An institution or organization established and supported by an endowment to provide funding for a specific purpose.
Examples
The architect spent weeks inspecting the foundations of the historic building to ensure its structural integrity.
Education and hard work are the foundations upon which a successful career is built.
Synonyms
basis groundwork underpinning cornerstone base fundamentals bedrock