1To be based on, founded on, or grounded in something — used to show that a judgment, action, or thing rests on a particular basis or source.
この報告は最新のデータに基づいて作成された。
This report was prepared based on the latest data.
事実に基づく判断が求められる。
A judgment based on facts is required.
経験に基づく助言は説得力がある。
Advice based on experience is persuasive.
契約は双方の合意に基づいて結ばれた。
The contract was concluded based on mutual agreement.
2To arise from, be due to, or originate in something — closer to the previous sense but focused on the cause or origin that produced a result.
彼の病気は長年の不摂生に基づくものだ。
His illness stems from years of unhealthy habits.
このトラブルは連絡ミスに基づいている。
This trouble stems from a communication mistake.
二人の対立は価値観の違いに基づくものだった。
The conflict between the two arose from differing values.