rudimentary
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Adj — Basic or undeveloped; existing only in a simple or early form.
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Etymology
From rudiment plus the adjective ending -ary; rudiment traces back to Latin rudis, "raw" or "unworked."
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What does “rudimentary” mean?
The word “rudimentary” means basic or undeveloped; existing only in a simple or early form. In plain terms, basic, simple, or not fully developed — the starting point rather than the finished version.
How do you pronounce “rudimentary”?
“Rudimentary” is pronounced roo-dih-MEHN-tuh-ree (/ˌɹuːdɪˈmɛntəɹi/ in IPA).
How do you use “rudimentary” in a sentence?
Here is “rudimentary” used in a sentence: “The clinic had only rudimentary equipment, but it was enough for basic checkups.”
What part of speech is “rudimentary”?
“Rudimentary” is an adjective.
Where does the word “rudimentary” come from?
The word “rudimentary” comes from Latin. From rudiment plus the adjective ending -ary; rudiment traces back to Latin rudis, "raw" or "unworked.".
Is “rudimentary” a common word?
“Rudimentary” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.