What is another word for root?
Pronunciation: [ɹˈuːt] (IPA) 
The word "root" can have different meanings in different contexts, such as the underground part of a plant that absorbs water and nutrients, the source or origin of something, the fundamental basis or essence of something, or the basic element or ingredient of a word. Some synonyms for "root" include "origin," "source," "foundation," "base," "stem," "trunk," "underlying cause," "essential part," "basis," "core," "bedrock," "basic principle," "underlying principle," "radical," "etymology," "lexicon," "linguistics," and "morphology." These synonyms can help writers to express ideas and concepts with more precision and nuance, depending on the specific meaning and context of the word "root".
