basic /ˈbeɪsɪk/adjective 4noun 3forms 3 adjective4 •at the simplest level, with just the main parts that something must haveThe Hotel Sparta’s accommodation is very basic. •Necessary, essential for life or some process.Flour is a basic ingredient of bread. •(informal) Unremarkable or uninteresting; boring; uncool.I'm not saying people are jealous of Hathaway because she is so perfect. Yes, she does have it all — husband, healthy career, good looks. But she doesn't do anything in an "awesome" way. She's basic. — 2013 •Of or pertaining to a base; having a pH greater than 7. noun3 •A necessary commodity, a staple requirement.Rice is a basic for many Asian villagers. •An elementary building block, e.g. a fundamental piece of knowledge.Arithmetic is a basic for the study of mathematics.I know the basics of sailing and would love to learn more. •Basic training.The drill sergeants gave him hell in basic. formsbasics · more basic · most basic
