based

verb

simple past and past participle of base

Being derived from (usually followed by on or upon).

Having a base of operations.

Having a base.

adjective

Founded on; having a basis; often used in combining forms.

(slang, of a person) Not caring what others think about one's personality, style, or behavior; focused on maintaining individuality.

(Internet slang, sometimes humorous) Admirable; praiseworthy, especially if simultaneously unpopular or controversial.

(Internet slang, originally 4chan slang) Admirable for rejecting political correctness or socially progressive values.

Roots

baineinbas- · Greek · to step, go, walk

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Where does based come from?

The word based breaks down into one root of Greek origin: the root bas-, from Greek bainein (“to step, go, walk”). Explore each root to see other English words built from the same source.