root

Definition

Examples

We need to find the root of the problem before fixing it.

Word Family

Synonyms

• sourcethe place where something begins, where it springs into being
• originthe place where something begins, where it springs into being
• foundationthe basis on which something is grounded

Collocations

• Easy tree root under ground
  to tree root under ground, meaning to force a person or an animal into a position from which he cannot escape
• Medium identify the root cause of the system failure
  to identify the root cause of the system failure, meaning to recognize as being; establish the identity of someone or something
• Hard take root deeply in the local community
  to perform, accept, or undertake an action regarding root deeply in the local community
• Very Hard strike at the very root of constitutional liberties
  to strike at the very root of constitutional liberties, meaning to deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon