based
Pronunciation Adjective

based

  1. Founded on; having a basis; often used in combining forms.
    That was a soundly based argument.
Translations Verb
  1. Simple past tense and past participle of base
    1. Being derived from (usually followed by on or upon).
      It's a new film based on a best-selling novel.
    2. Having a base#Noun|base
      The ladder is based on the even sidewalk for stability.
    3. Having a base of operations.
      The company is based in New York.
Adjective

based

  1. (slang, of a person) Not caring what others think about one's personality, style, or behavior; focused on maintaining individuality.
  2. (internet slang, 4chan, Reddit) Praiseworthy and admirable, often through exhibiting independence and security.
    Based and red pilled.
    Antonyms: cringe



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