radix

noun
UK: /ˈreɪ.dɪks/
US: /ˈreɪ.dɪks/

  1. The base number in a system of counting.

    1. The radix of the decimal system is 10.
    2. Using a different radix, such as binary, changes how numbers are represented.

  2. A basic principle from which something develops.

    1. Honesty is the radix of their success.
    2. The radix of modern philosophical thought can be traced back to ancient Greece.

Synonyms

base root foundation

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "radix" in English means: The base number in a system of counting., A basic principle from which something develops..

The phonetic transcription of "radix" is /ˈreɪ.dɪks/ in British English and /ˈreɪ.dɪks/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "radix": base, root, foundation.

Example usage of "radix": "The radix of the decimal system is 10.". More examples on the page.