base
/beɪs/
Group 19Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Without moral principles; ignoble GRE
Example in Context
The prosecutor described the defendant's actions as base and self-serving, devoid of any regard for the victims.
Synonyms
lowvileimmoral
Etymology
Derived from 'basis', meaning a low or ignoble foundation.
- basis (Greek) — foundation
Memory Aid
🐟Sounds like “bass”
The BASS fish swam in the murky waters, proving how BASE he really was!
Visual Association
💩A fish swimming in dirty water, showing its lack of moral principles.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “base” mean on the GRE?
base (adjective) means “Without moral principles; ignoble”. The prosecutor described the defendant's actions as base and self-serving, devoid of any regard for the victims.
How to remember “base” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “base” sounds like “bass”. The BASS fish swam in the murky waters, proving how BASE he really was!
What are synonyms for “base”?
Common synonyms: low, vile, immoral.