1
as in institute
a public organization with a particular purpose or function
donated to a foundation that supported cancer research
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in basis
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
she had a good enough foundation in math to pursue an economics degree
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of foundation
Chin, with Wisconsin Sea Grant, said this report will serve as a foundation to learn more about what outdoor recreation communities are experiencing due to climate change.
—
Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 31 Dec. 2024
If Charles Dolan had never taken an interest in media, other business leaders and entrepreneurs would have found a way to harness the power of technology and the arts to lay the foundation for the pay television marketplace.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 31 Dec. 2024
Slot inherited stable foundations from his predecessor Jurgen Klopp — the average player in Liverpool’s starting lineups has been at the club for 4.5 years, the longest in the Premier League — and his approach has been to improve weaknesses rather than maximise strengths.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
His drive to bring together Begin and Sadat was based on these foundations, and to everyone's good fortune such things resonated then.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for foundation 
Madeline Heim, Journal Sentinel, 31 Dec. 2024
If Charles Dolan had never taken an interest in media, other business leaders and entrepreneurs would have found a way to harness the power of technology and the arts to lay the foundation for the pay television marketplace.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 31 Dec. 2024
Slot inherited stable foundations from his predecessor Jurgen Klopp — the average player in Liverpool’s starting lineups has been at the club for 4.5 years, the longest in the Premier League — and his approach has been to improve weaknesses rather than maximise strengths.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
His drive to bring together Begin and Sadat was based on these foundations, and to everyone's good fortune such things resonated then.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 30 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for foundation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for foundation
Noun
-
The institute can operate only in areas under Ukrainian control; KIIS does not survey refugees abroad or those in occupied territories.Anton Grushetskyi, Foreign Affairs, 30 Dec. 2024
-
The institute suggested finding another local oncologist who would work with them.Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Prior to the 2023 season, Major League Baseball announced a spate of rules designed to make stealing bases easier — instituting penalties for pitchers who take too much time between pitches, and fail to pick off a runner within three attempts.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
-
Airlines and airports handle security breaches on a case-by-case basis, investigating and addressing any lapses.Zach Wichter, USA TODAY, 10 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
With the largest population and economy in Southeast Asia, Indonesia shares with other members a commitment to reforming global governance institutions and contributes positively to deepening South-South cooperation.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
-
An exception was his campaign to set up institutions for the exchange of scientific information, which did eventually bear fruit in several countries.Anthony Gottlieb, The New Yorker, 6 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
As customer expectations continue to evolve, the adoption of RCS will likely accelerate, becoming a cornerstone of modern contact center operations.Nick Newsom, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
-
The second big cornerstone of our marketing strategy right now is the rise in motorsport.Monique Wilson, Glamour, 31 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The group is scheduled to finish its work on March 22 at an in-person meeting in Boise.Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 10 Jan. 2025
-
The group of lawyers for the president-elect includes several who have been picked for top roles in the next administration’s Department of Justice.Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
That accountable standard has been the bedrock of the group’s success.Nick Kosmider, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
-
In an industry rife with pseudoscience, expertise is the bedrock upon which true leadership is built.Lara Devgan, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near foundation
Cite this Entry
“Foundation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/foundation. Accessed 19 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share