Of, relating to, or forming a base; fundamental: "Basic changes in public opinion often occur because of shifts in concerns and priorities” ( Atlantic).
Of, being, or serving as a starting point or basis: a basic course in Russian; a set of basic woodworking tools.
Chemistry Of or relating to a base.
Chemistry Containing a base, especially in excess of acid.
Chemistry Alkaline.
Geology Containing little silica, as igneous rocks.
An essential, fundamental element or entity: the basics of math.