bedrock 1 of 2

noun

ˈbed-ˈräk How to pronounce bedrock (audio)
Definition of bedrocknext
1
as in foundation
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests my religious faith is the bedrock of my life

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
2
as in depth
the lowest point or level knew that his acting career was at bedrock when all he could get were bit parts in campy horror movies

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

bedrock

2 of 2

adjective

as in sound

Related Words

Dissimilar Words

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of bedrock
Noun
The Kings’ defense corps was once its bedrock, bursting with depth, quality and the ability to convert a home-plate mentality into counterattacking opportunities. — Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 28 June 2026 Trump's push to make that change upended how the constitutional guarantee – long considered a bedrock American principle – had historically been understood. — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 30 June 2026
Adjective
The statements, experts said, are likely to have a harmful effect on the nation's confidence in bedrock American principles. — Alexandra Hutzler, ABC News, 1 June 2024 In short, Russian and separatist forces quickly encountered the region’s bedrock Ukrainian identity, laid by centuries of migration from the country’s central heartland. — Brian Milakovsky, Foreign Affairs, 31 Mar. 2022 See All Example Sentences for bedrock
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bedrock
  1. foundation
  2. depth
  3. sound
  4. basis
  5. firm
  6. cornerstone
  7. strong
  8. unerring
Noun
  • The foundation helped raise more than $200,000 to pay off school lunch debt for students, gave out turkeys to families during the holidays and provided resources to those impacted by gun violence.
    — Tyler Quattrin, Twin Cities, 7 July 2026
  • The actor says the group of actors, led by Elle Woods herself, Lexi Minetree, developed a solid foundation with each other and in themselves filming the next season before the first had aired.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 6 July 2026
Definition of foundation
Noun
  • From a mode standpoint, the team put its proverbial foot into the depth of Dynasty mode.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • Honest depth heals best when paired with patience and respect for everyone’s comfort level.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
Definition of depth
Adjective
  • The next day, a team from Chile, utilizing radar and sonar sound-detection equipment, confirmed the presence of Gil, still alive, in the sub-basement.
    — Mery Mogollón, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026
  • Done right, this is sound public finance, and perhaps the most workable version of an American sovereign wealth fund yet proposed.
    — James Broughel, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
Definition of sound
Noun
  • Dominic Canzone and Randy Arozarena walked to load the bases with one out before Josh Naylor struck out swinging.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
  • The Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) evaluates transgender student participation on a case-by-case basis, generally supporting inclusion while lacking a statewide legislative ban.
    — Jackson Thompson OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of basis
Adjective
  • It's packed with efficacious skin care ingredients to smooth and firm mature complexions.
    — Tamim Alnuweiri, InStyle, 6 July 2026
  • Once the stems are firm, transfer the flowers to cooler water.
    — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 6 July 2026
Definition of firm
Noun
  • After helping Boston win two World Series titles, Lester joined the Cubs and became a cornerstone of Chicago’s historic championship run in 2016.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Food and drink Seasonality and local sourcing are the cornerstones of Indigo, the main restaurant that sits on a mezzanine floor overlooking the lobby bar.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026
Definition of cornerstone
Adjective
  • Beyond California, scientists are raising alarms over the planet’s warming oceans, which — coupled with a strong El Niño — could increase temperatures for land dwellers in the coming weeks.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Weather aside, Fall/Winter 2026 Haute Couture Week, running from July 6 to 9, will feature shows from 30 houses, compared with FW25’s 27-strong line-up.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 6 July 2026
Definition of strong
Adjective
  • The presence of another Golden Boot contender, the unerring Erling Haaland, means Norway is favored to progress against the Ivory Coast, although this is its first knockout match in 28 years.
    — David Hickey, NBC news, 30 June 2026
  • Ditto Hugh Jackman’s unerring performance — perhaps his finest dramatic work yet — as a savage, unfeeling thug and unrepentant murderer and thief.
    — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 18 June 2026
Definition of unerring

Browse Nearby Words

bedridden
bedrock
bedrocks
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Bedrock.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bedrock. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on bedrock

Nglish: Translation of bedrock for Spanish Speakers

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about bedrock

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'?

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Commonly Misspelled Words

How to Use Em Dashes (—), En Dashes (–) , and Hyphens (-)
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List

One-Word Oxymorons: Bittersweet, Spendthrift, and More

Ten Words Ending with a Silent ‘T’

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World
See More

Popular

See More

Is that lie 'bald-faced' or 'bold-faced'?

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Longest Long Words List
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
hangman letters and game
Hangman Lightning Round Figure out which word fits in the blanks.
See All