basic By Ivan Suarez Robles 14 Nov, 2010 Adjective used to describe a substance or solution that contains a relatively low amount of positive hydrogen ions.Related Articles: 11th Annual Huntington Disease Research SymposiumStories of HOPES: "Bryan's Dad Visits Dr. Kealy"Stories of HOPES: "Bryan's Dad Plays the Game"Stories of HOPES: "Like Father Like Son?"Glossary: electron