primordial
4 synonyms for primordial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Existing from the very beginning; original and fundamental.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
primeval
primaeval
How to use primordial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
primordial soup
primordial state
primordial ooze
Etymology
From Latin prīmōrdiālis, "of the beginning."
Full origin of primordial →Frequently asked questions
What does “primordial” mean?
The word “primordial” means existing from the very beginning; original and fundamental. In plain terms, from the very first origins of something — the earliest possible starting point.
How do you pronounce “primordial”?
“Primordial” is pronounced preye-MAW-dee-uhl (/pɹaɪˈmɔɹ.di.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “primordial” in a sentence?
Here is “primordial” used in a sentence: “Scientists study the primordial soup thought to have given rise to life on Earth.”
What part of speech is “primordial”?
“Primordial” is an adjective.
Where does the word “primordial” come from?
The word “primordial” comes from Latin. From Latin prīmōrdiālis, "of the beginning.".
