Fundamental
Example: O respeito é fundamental para uma boa convivência social.
Definition
"Fundamental" refers to something that is essential, basic, or of central importance, serving as the foundation or core element of a concept, system, or situation. For example, respect is fundamental for good social coexistence.
Etymology
The word "fundamental" comes from the Latin word 'fundamentum,' meaning foundation or base. It entered Portuguese through French, where it retained the idea of something forming the groundwork or essential basis of something else.
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