Meaning of the word based in English

What does based mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

based

US / -beɪst/

UK / -beɪst/

having a particular place as the main place of work or activity

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The company is based in London.

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He is based at the main office.

Synonym:

located situated stationed headquartered

using something as the foundation or starting point for something else

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The movie is based on a true story.

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Her argument was based on solid evidence.

Synonym:

derived from founded on grounded in stemming from

to use something as the foundation for something else

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The architect will base his design on the client's preferences.

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We need to base our decisions on accurate data.

Synonym:

found ground establish build