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ABCs(simple, straightforward, basic, uncomplicated)
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basement(base, last)
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beginning(simple, straightforward, basic, uncomplicated)
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below
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connate(adjective, essential, basic, absolute, fundamental)
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constituent
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cryptic
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deep-rooted
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deep-seated(adjective, original, essential, basic, absolute)
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