Words Like CORNERSTONE

We have put together a list of words that are similar to CORNERSTONE.

9 Alternative Words Similar to cornerstone

1 Basis Noun      Synonym Words Like Basis
2 Base Noun      Synonym Words Like Base
3 Foundation Noun      Synonym Words Like Foundation
4 Fundament Noun      Synonym Words Like Fundament
5 Groundwork Noun      Synonym Words Like Groundwork
6 Assumption Noun      Synonym Words Like Assumption
7 Stone Noun      Synonym Words Like Stone
8 Supposal Noun      Synonym Words Like Supposal
9 Supposition Noun      Synonym Words Like Supposition

8 definitions of cornerstone

1 a stone at the outer corner of two intersecting masonry walls
2 the fundamental assumptions from which something is begun or developed or calculated or explained
3 a stone in the exterior of a large and important building; usually carved with a date and laid with appropriate ceremonies
4 A stone at the corner of a building uniting two intersecting walls; a quoin.
5 Such a stone, often inscribed, laid at a ceremony marking the origin of a building.
6 An indispensable and fundamental basis: the cornerstone of an argument.
7 A ceremonial stone set at the corner of a building, joining two exterior walls, and often inscribed with the starting and completion dates of construction, the name of the architect and owner, and other details.
8 By extension, that which is prominent, fundamental, noteworthy, or central.
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