nonderivative

adjective

Definition of nonderivativenext
as in fundamental

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  1. fundamental
  2. basic
  3. original
Adjective
  • However, the fundamental question may arise: Why such an elaborate setup, when most event venues already have built-in fire alarm systems?
    Kyle Russell, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
  • Terra Carta derives its name from the historic Magna Carta which laid out the fundamental rights and liberties of the English people more than 800 years ago.
    Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of fundamental
Adjective
  • Many new hires have basic questions that can be handled during orientation.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
  • The goal is mass deregulation — a weakening of checks and balances and a major cut to basic government services, all in the name of concentrating power among a small group of plutocrats.
    Gaby Del Valle, The Verge, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of basic
Adjective
  • The original data was derived from the Brownie`s Marine Group Inc quarterly 10-Q report dated November 20, 2024.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
  • The current crop of WAGs in America is seemingly smarter and savvier than the original group of Brits.
    Meg Walters, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024
Definition of original
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Thesaurus Entries Near nonderivative

nondenominational

nonderivative

nondescript

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“Nonderivative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nonderivative. Accessed 29 Nov. 2024.

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