baseless
|base-less|
C1
/ˈbeɪsləs/
without foundation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'baseless' originates from the English word 'base' combined with the suffix '-less', where 'base' meant 'foundation' and '-less' indicates 'without'.
Historical Evolution
'base' changed from the Old English word 'bās' and eventually became the modern English word 'base'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without a base or foundation', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
without foundation in fact or reality; unfounded.
The accusations against him were completely baseless.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35