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Rudimentary

Verb / ˌru:dʌˈmentɜ:i: / Another word for rudimentary — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

relating to basic facts or principles; not fully developed or advanced

Synonyms & similar words

vestigial underlying fundamental basic elementary fundamental primitive unrefined crude undeveloped inchoate incipient nascent underdeveloped embryonic imperfect rough sketchy skeletal outline preliminary tentative introductory

Example sentences

  1. The rudimentary shelter was made of sticks and leaves.
  2. The cave paintings were a rudimentary form of art.
  3. Her rudimentary understanding of Spanish made it difficult to communicate.
  4. The company's rudimentary website lacked important information.
  5. The robot's rudimentary programming limited its capabilities.

Quotes

  • Nature is not only all that is visible to the eye... it also includes the inner pictures of the soul. - Edvard Munch
  • The most rudimentary poetic device is the repetition of sounds. - Jack Spicer
  • The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. - Jacques Yves Cousteau

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