Fundamentar
Example: É essencial fundamentar suas argumentações com dados confiáveis.
Definition
"Fundamentar" means to provide a strong basis or justification for something, especially by supporting arguments or claims with reliable facts or evidence. It is commonly used in contexts like history to ensure that statements are well-supported and credible.
Etymology
The word "fundamentar" comes from the Latin root "fundamentum," meaning foundation or base. It entered Portuguese as a verb meaning to establish or ground something firmly. Did you know? The concept behind "fundamentar" is about laying a solid foundation, much like building a sturdy structure.
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