foundationalabilities

noun

UK /faʊnˈdeɪʃənl əˈbɪlɪtiz/

US /faʊnˈdeɪʃənl əˈbɪlɪtiz/

The basic skills you need to learn or do something well.

Reading and counting are foundational abilities for school.

SYNONYMS

basic skills core skills essential skills fundamental skills building-block skills

RELATED WORDS

foundation ability basics competence literacy

OTHER MEANINGS

2. The first skills a person learns before more advanced ones.

Walking is one of a baby's foundational abilities.

3. The key strengths a team or system needs to work well.

Trust and clear communication are foundational abilities for any team.

4. The basic physical or mental powers needed for a task.

Balance and coordination are foundational abilities for gymnastics.