nonderivative

adjective

Definition of nonderivativenext
as in fundamental

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  1. fundamental
  2. basic
  3. original
Adjective
  • Another was revealing the math that would show nature’s multiple fundamental forces to be just different offspring of one unified force.
    Tom Siegfried, JSTOR Daily, 19 Dec. 2024
  • This shift requires comprehensive training and a fundamental change in mindset across the organization.
    Danny Jenkins, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of fundamental
Adjective
  • Seniors receive excellent service with weekly housekeeping, personal grocery shopping, a 24-hour pharmacy pick-up, basic technology training, and more.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Since 2017, sporadic protests have challenged the theocracy over soaring prices of basic necessities, repression and imprisonment of dissidents, and women’s personal rights.
    Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of basic
Adjective
  • The Pro keeps the same strong tactile switches and gasket mounting system of the original BlackWidow V4 75% and adds wireless connectivity, a new dial on the side, and a customizable OLED screen right next to it.
    Henri Robbins, WIRED, 14 Dec. 2024
  • This beloved series, hailed for its unique take on family life, will make its way back to the screen with new episodes, reinstating its original wit and charm.
    Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 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 27 Dec. 2024.

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