adjective
- forming a necessary base or core; of central importance
- being an original or primary rule or principle
noun
- a central or primary rule or principle
Usage: usually plural
Examples
- Reading is a fundamental skill for academic success.
- The fundamental problem is lack of communication.
- She learned the fundamentals of piano playing.
- Freedom of speech is a fundamental right.
- The course covers the fundamentals of chemistry.
- There are fundamental differences between the two approaches.
- Good nutrition is fundamental to health.