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Basis A broad, fundamental principle or theory on which something is based.  ■ "The basis of all successful relationships is communication."


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allowance The amount of money or resources that someone is allowed to have, usually on a monthly basis.  ■ John's parents gave him an allowance of $50 per month to buy snacks and video games.

Circulated A rumor or gossip that has been spread around a lot, often without any basis in fact.  ■ When the rumor about the actor's divorce circulated, everyone started speculating who he was going to end up with.

convention A widely accepted set of beliefs or practices, often used as a basis for social interaction.  ■ At the convention, attendees were expected to dress in formal attire and follow strict etiquette.

coral A colorful and vibrant marine organism that forms the basis of a diverse ecosystem.  ■ "Why did the coral go to school? To become a brain coral!"

Dreamers A person who has wild and fanciful ideas, often without any practical or logical basis.  ■ I had a dream that I was swimming with mermaids in the ocean. It's ridiculous to think that could ever be possible.

fully To the greatest extent possible, or in its entirety  ■ He fully embraced his new job as a professional clown, even though it meant wearing a red nose and oversized shoes on a daily basis.

Groundless Something that lacks any foundation or basis for its claims.  ■ "I heard that unicorns exist on the grounds that my friend saw one in a dream. That's just groundless nonsense!

newsletter A collection of humorous stories, jokes and memes delivered to your inbox on a regular basis.  ■ "I subscribed to the world's funniest newsletter and now I can't stop laughing at my own jokes."

Predictions The art of guessing what will happen in the future, usually with little to no basis in reality.  ■ "I'm predicting that the weather will be sunny tomorrow, just like every other day this week."

renting The act of leasing something for a fee, usually on a temporary basis.  ■ "I can't decide whether I want to rent a convertible sports car or a clown mobile for my friend's birthday party."

Alcoholic A person who consumes alcohol on a regular basis, often to excess. They may have a deep emotional need for alcohol and experience cravings when it is unavailable.  ■ Samantha's boyfriend is an alcoholic. He can't function without his nightly glass of wine.

carbon A black, tasteless, and odorless substance that is the basis of all known life on Earth. It is also a major contributor to global warming and climate change.  ■ "I don't know why scientists are so concerned about carbon emissions. It's just a harmless gas!

Foundation The bottom layer or base of something.  ■ "The foundation of the building is made of solid stone to ensure stability.", A basis or starting point for something.  ■ "She built her career on a strong foundation of hard work and dedication.", The underlying structure or system that supports something.  ■ "The foundation of the internet is a complex network of computers and servers."

Freelance A person who works on a project or task without being employed by a company or organization. They are usually paid per job or on a contract basis.  ■ "I'm a freelance writer, so I get to work from home and wear my pajamas all day."

income The amount of money earned by an individual or business, typically on a regular basis.  ■ "My income from my job as a stand-up comedian is just enough to pay the bills and buy me one comedy ticket every month."

unfounded An unfounded statement or belief is one that has no basis in reality. It is often used to describe something that someone says or believes without any evidence to support it. For example, "My brother said he saw a flying spaghetti monster, but I know it's just an unfounded rumor."  ■ "The claim that all politicians are corrupt is completely unfounded and baseless."