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GROUNDWORK

(noun)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Groundwork.

Groundwork - as a noun

The fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained

Example: "The whole argument rested on a basis of conjecture"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
basebasiscornerstonefoundationfundament
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assumptionsupposalsupposition
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lowest support of a structure

Example: "It was built on a base of solid rock"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
basefootfoundationfundamentsubstructureunderstructure
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
support
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Preliminary preparation as a basis or foundation

Example: "We are prepared today because of groundwork that was done ten years ago"

Example Sentences

"The team laid the groundwork for their project by conducting extensive research."
"The company invested in building a strong infrastructure as the groundwork for future growth."
"Parents play a crucial role in laying the groundwork for their children's education."
"The scientists spent years doing the groundwork before they made any breakthrough discoveries."
"The historical document provided the groundwork for further investigation into the era."
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Word Game Points

Is GROUNDWORK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, groundwork is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

GROUNDWORK has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is GROUNDWORK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, groundwork is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
GROUNDWORK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.

Is GROUNDWORK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, groundwork is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
GROUNDWORK has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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