radices

/rəˈdɪʃiːz/

Definitions

1. noun

The roots or roots of a plant.

“The radices of the tree provided stability in the soil.”

2. noun

The roots of a mathematical equation.

“The radices of the quadratic equation were x = 2 and x = -3.”

3. noun

The roots of a problem or issue.

“The radices of the problem lay in the company’s inefficient management.”

Synonyms

  • foundation
  • roots

Antonyms

  • ends
  • tips