Basis and Matter

Basis

Basis noun - An immaterial thing upon which something else rests.

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Matter and basis are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Matter" instead a noun "Basis".

Nearby Word: basic

Matter noun - A major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition).

Usage example: that is not relevant to the matter under discussion

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Basis and matter are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Basis" instead a noun "Matter".

Nearby Words: mattered, mattery, mattering

good	good basis	good matter
physical	physical basis	physical matter
similar	similar basis	similar matter
normal	normal basis	normal matter
Other adjectives: regular, current, simple, heavy, actual, entire, real, little, main, personal, general, cultural, biological, genetic.

This forms the basis for many of neo-acidrockers Monster Magnet's lyrics, and the band's entire image for that matter.

Source: Ninja Pirate Zombie Robot / Music
No matter how remote her vacations or how many cars she buys, they will always be ruined by the Transformers on a regular basis.

Source: The Chew Toy / Anime and Manga
It is used to generate plasma made of exotic matter which is the basis of all Combine tech.

Source: Unobtainium

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