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Fundamentally

Verb / ˌfʌndʌˈmentʌli: / / ˌfʌndʌˈmenʌli: / Another word for fundamentally — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a basic or essential way; at the root of a situation

Synonyms & similar words

essentially basically essentially basically primarily elementally intrinsically inherently radically profoundly vitally deeply completely totally altogether absolutely utterly entirely thoroughly wholly perfectly really

Synonyms by register

Formal

essentially principally basically vitally

Informal

basically really totally at heart

Literary

at its core in essence

Antonyms

superficially incidentally partially externally secondarily minorly

Common collocations

  • fundamentally flawed
  • fundamentally different
  • fundamentally important
  • fundamentally change
  • fundamentally alter
  • fundamentally agree
  • fundamentally sound

Word family

noun foundation
adjective fundamental

Usage note

This adverb emphasizes the most important or basic aspect of something. It is often used to distinguish between core principles and superficial details.

Example sentences

  1. I fundamentally believe in the goodness of people.
  2. The problem is fundamentally rooted in poor communication.
  3. She fundamentally changed her opinion after hearing the whole story.
  4. The issue is fundamentally about fairness.
  5. He fundamentally disagrees with the proposed plan.

Quotes

  • Fundamentally speaking, economists have difficulty distinguishing between the two. - Paul Samuelson
  • We're all fundamentally flawed and we have to constantly keep an eye on that. - Anthony Hopkins
  • I'm fundamentally an optimist. - Ted Turner

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