Definitions for basis
ˈbeɪ sɪsba·sis

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:3.0 / 4 votes

1. footing, basis, groundnoun

   a relation that provides the foundation for something

   "they were on a friendly footing"; "he worked on an interim basis"

2. basis, base, foundation, fundament, groundwork, cornerstonenoun

   the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained

   "the whole argument rested on a basis of conjecture"

3. basis, basenoun

   the most important or necessary part of something

   "the basis of this drink is orange juice"

WiktionaryRate this definition:1.0 / 2 votes

1. basisnoun

   A starting point, base or foundation for an argument or hypothesis.

2. basisnoun

   An underlying condition or circumstance.

3. basisnoun

   regular frequency

4. basisnoun

   In a vector space, a linearly independent set of vectors spanning the whole vector space.

5. basisnoun

   Amount paid for an investment, including commissions and other expenses.

Samuel Johnson's DictionaryRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Basisnoun

   Etymology: basis, Lat.

   1. The foundation of any thing, as of a column or a building.

   It must follow, that paradise, being raised to this height, must have the compass of the whole earth for a basis and foundation. Walter Raleigh, History of the World.

   Ascend my chariot, guide the rapid wheels
   That shake heav’n’s basis. John Milton, Paradise Lost, b. vi.

   In altar-wise a stately pile they rear;
   The basis broad below, and top advanc’d in air. Dryden.

   2. The lowest of the three principal parts of a column, which are the basis, shaft, and capital.

   Upon our coming to the bottom, observing an English inscription upon the basis, we read it over several times. Joseph Addison, Freeholder, №. 47.

   3. That on which any thing is raised.

   Such seems thy gentle height, made only proud
   To be the basis of that pompous load,
   Than which a nobler weight no mountain bears. John Denham.

   4. The pedestal.

   How many times shall Cæsar bleed in sport,
   That now on Pompey’s basis lies along
   No worthier than the dust? William Shakespeare, Julius Cæsar.

   5. The groundwork or first principle of any thing.

   Build me thy fortune upon the basis of valour. William Shakespeare, Twelfth Night.

   The friendships of the world are oft
   Confederacies in vice, or leagues of pleasure;
   Ours has severest virtue for its basis. Joseph Addison, Cato.

ChatGPTRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. basis

   A basis is a foundation or starting point for something. In different fields, it has specific meanings. 1) In mathematics, particularly linear algebra, a basis is a set of vectors in a vector space that, in a linear combination, can represent every vector in that space. 2) In chemistry, it refers to substances that can accept protons or donate pairs of electrons. The measure of a substance's basicity is determined by its pH values. 3) In finance and accounting, basis refers to the underlying asset or value that a derivative, like future or option contract, is based upon. 4) In computing, it can refer to a database developed by SAP. 5) In everyday language, basis can refer to the fundamental principles, assumptions or methods that form the foundation for understanding or action.

Webster DictionaryRate this definition:5.0 / 1 vote

1. Basisnoun

   the foundation of anything; that on which a thing rests

2. Basisnoun

   the pedestal of a column, pillar, or statue

3. Basisnoun

   the ground work the first or fundamental principle; that which supports

4. Basisnoun

   the principal component part of a thing

FreebaseRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. Basis

   In linear algebra, a basis is a set of linearly independent vectors that, in a linear combination, can represent every vector in a given vector space or free module, or, more simply put, which define a "coordinate system". In more general terms, a basis is a linearly independent spanning set. Given a basis of a vector space, every element of the vector space can be expressed uniquely as a finite linear combination of basis vectors, whose coefficients are referred to as vector components. Every vector space has a basis, and all bases of a vector space have the same number of elements, called the dimension of the vector space.

Chambers 20th Century DictionaryRate this definition:4.0 / 1 vote

1. Basis

   bās′is, n. the foundation, or that on which a thing rests: the pedestal of a column: the groundwork or first principle:—pl. Bas′es. [See Base (1).]

Dictionary of Nautical TermsRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. basis

   See BASE.

Editors ContributionRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. basis

   The fundamental reason to exist.

   The basis for the decision was just.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on February 8, 2020  

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1. • Assumption
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British National Corpus

1. Written Corpus Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'basis' in Written Corpus Frequency: #854

2. Nouns Frequency

   Rank popularity for the word 'basis' in Nouns Frequency: #284

Anagrams for basis »

1. isbas

2. absis

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Numerology

1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of basis in Chaldean Numerology is: 1

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of basis in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of basis in a Sentence

1. Trisha Harp:

   Harp's data showed that entrepreneurs who set shared long-term business and family goals with their spouses scored higher in every area of satisfaction than those who didn’t. On her surveys, entrepreneurs who set shared business goals were 17 percent happier than those who didn’t; and 27 percent who set shared family goals reported higher levels of satisfaction. Of those who set shared family goals, 98 percent reported being still in love with their spouse. Contrary to what one might believe, Harp's data showed that when entrepreneurs shared both positive and negative aspects of the business on a regular basis, the other spouse's trust and confidence in the entrepreneur actually increased. Sharing on a regular basis increases the spouse's belief in their entrepreneur’s ability to succeed, Harp says. When the entrepreneur chooses not to share, the spouse usually knows when something is wrong, simply by observing his/her partner’s demeanor. The not knowing leads to frustration, anxiety and impatience, Harp says. However, when the entrepreneur shares on a regular basis, the spouse is privy to the solutions the entrepreneur is considering, she adds. And discussions make the non-entrepreneur spouse feel as if he or she is contributing. This helps increase a spouse's ‘buy-in’ and makes them feel like it is ‘our’ company instead of just ‘your company,’.

2. Tom Perez:

   Sekulow added. During a lengthy presentation before the Senate on Thursday, Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, rehashed corruption allegations Trump has floated against Hunter Bidens and sought to debunk them. The point was to show that there was no legitimate basis for Trump to be seeking an investigation into Hunter Bidens, and the request to Ukraines presidentwas made purely to dirty up a Democratic rival who was polling better than him. WHO ARE THE TRUMP IMPEACHMENT MANAGERS ? MEET PELOSIS HAND-PICKED PROSECUTORS There was no basis for the investigation that the president was pursuing and pushing. None. He was doing it only for his political benefit, Sylvia Garcia said. But the presentation took some Republicans by surprise, and some suggested The House Democrats may have handed them a perfect opportunity to scrutinize how Huner Biden joined the board of a Ukraine energy company, Burisma, in 2014, while Huner Biden father was playing a key role in handling then-President Obamas Ukraine policy. The House Democrats perhaps unintentionally threw Huner Biden under the bus, said Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas. Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., said Josh Hawley was surprised by how much time Democrats devoted to trying to debunk any legitimate reason why Trump would want to investigate Huner Biden and Huner Biden and said the House impeachment managers really opened the door for Hunter Bidens to play a central role in the trial and become material witnesses. If were going to call witnesses, [ Democrats ] have made the case very successfully that we need to call Huner Biden and probably Huner Biden, Josh Hawley said Friday. Trump has peddled the highly-contested accusation that the elder Huner Biden pressed for the firing of top Ukrainian prosecutor Viktor Shokin to spareBurisma from scrutiny. Ousting Shokin was, in fact, the official position of the U.S. government and its Western allies, including European Union nations and the International Monetary Fund leadership, because Shokin was believed to be incompetent or corrupt himself. Tom Perez, chair of the Democratic National Committee, blasted Republicans on Friday following opening arguments by House managers. The presidents guilt is indisputable and Tom Perez actions are indefensible, the evidence against Trump is overwhelming. And his abuse of power is a clear and present danger to the future of our democracy. For those reasons, it is unconscionable for Senate Republicans to let Trump off the hook with a sham trial. Make no mistake : A trial without documents or witnesses is a cover-up. If Trump is acquitted after he has confessed and suggested hed do it again the Senate will have legitimized foreign interference in our elections and ruled it acceptable for our leaders to extort other countries for personal gain. The former vice president said in December he sees no legal basis to be called because the impeachment case against Trump is about the presidents actions, not Huner Biden or his sons. Huner Biden told reporters that Huner Biden joined the Burisma board without notifying Huner Biden father ; theres no law preventing a vice presidents son from taking international posts, just as Trumps children still advance Huner Biden real estate interests abroad. Ukrainian officials have said they found no wrongdoing in Hunter Bidens service on the board. SENATORS PLAY WITH FIDGET SPINNERS, STRESS BALLS TO PASS TIME DURING IMPEACHMENT Sen. Mark Warner, D-Va., said hes seen no evidence against Hunter Bidens and Mark Warner wont second guess the strategy of the House impeachment managers to spend so much time on them in their presentation. Mark Warner, the vice chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee, said Mark Warner viewed The House Democrats move as a chance to counter what they believe the presidents lawyers would put forward. Im anxious to hear any kind of evidentiary facts, other than simply innuendo, Mark Warner said Friday of Trumps defense team. I know weve heard a lot of innuendoes so far. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has rejected moves to call witnesses, saying it could turn the trial into a circus, and Lindsey Graham has advocated for a speedy trial and Trump acquittal. Still, Lindsey Graham said hes convinced Huner Biden and Hunter Bidens conduct in Ukraine needs to be investigated -- but after the impeachment trial is over. Im going to look at them, Lindsey Graham, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, said Friday.Are you going to impeach me ? Because somebody should [ investigate ]. Id prefer Senate Judiciary Committee not to be me, Id prefer Senate Judiciary Committee to be somebody like [ Special Counsel Robert ] Mueller [ because ] this is not good foreign policy. This is not good government. CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS The House Democrats impeached Trump on two articles : abuse of power and obstruction of Congress. They had three days to present their case to senators. Trumps legal team will get their shot starting Saturday.Sekulow billed their weekend presentation as a.

3. Bill Miller:

   There is this general idea that people need to change themselves to become more attractive. Maybe they will have to look for a significant other more actively, they have to figure out what will click for them and what won’t. There is this ‘I need to make myself more appealing’ aspect in all human relationships, we are really only at the beginning of exploring the attractional effects on an immunological basis. It might be a little disturbing to some, but it’s true. What does this teach us about ourselves and our sexual attractions? What does it mean to look at this from a purely biological basis?

4. Richard Jordan:

   The law demands good works and uses its terror--rejection, shame, fear of punishment, unanswered prayer, personal tragedy, etc.--as motivation. Here performance is a necessity to secure the blessings and avoid the curses. Grace, on the other hand, allows us to serve on a different basis--not from fear but on the basis of love and gratitude, from appreciation and gladness for blessings freely given and freely received.

5. Oscar Wilde:

   The basis of optimism is sheer terror.

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