1
as in primitive
belonging to or characteristic of an early level of skill or development
rudimentary shelters built by prehistoric peoples
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as in basic
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject
had only a rudimentary knowledge of science
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Recent Examples of rudimentary
Too many of the revelations defy even rudimentary logic and there isn’t enough effective suspense to spackle over the plot holes.
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
For that swagger, go no further than the title track, where Lou Gramm's soulful vocals transform quite rudimentary lyrics into an impassioned and commanding anthem.
—Darryn King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
It’s transitioned from manual bookkeeping to rudimentary software to robust desktop applications and finally to cloud-native software as a service.
—William Mullane, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Worm lizards are well adapted for underground life, with elongated bodies, reduced or no limbs, rudimentary eyes and tough, ring-like scales.
—Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
For that swagger, go no further than the title track, where Lou Gramm's soulful vocals transform quite rudimentary lyrics into an impassioned and commanding anthem.
—Darryn King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
It’s transitioned from manual bookkeeping to rudimentary software to robust desktop applications and finally to cloud-native software as a service.
—William Mullane, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
Worm lizards are well adapted for underground life, with elongated bodies, reduced or no limbs, rudimentary eyes and tough, ring-like scales.
—Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rudimentary
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Houde said these mammoth animals are a primitive group of proboscideans ('elephantoids') from which modern elephants evolved.Joseph J. Kolb, Fox News, 18 July 2017
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Many are primitive and remote, and don’t have restrooms or water.OregonLive.com, OregonLive.com, 12 July 2017
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Seniors receive excellent service with weekly housekeeping, personal grocery shopping, a 24-hour pharmacy pick-up, basic technology training, and more.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 20 Dec. 2024
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Since 2017, sporadic protests have challenged the theocracy over soaring prices of basic necessities, repression and imprisonment of dissidents, and women’s personal rights.Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
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This event took place at Global Education Academy, predominantly serving Latino students, where 400 elementary and middle school students were given toys, meals, and artist merchandise.Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 21 Dec. 2024
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The International Baccalaureate curriculum at Jones encourages the elementary students there to use a global perspective in education through respect, inquiry, growth and service, according to the district.NWA Democrat-Gazette, arkansasonline.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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Start with introductory courses or free resources such as YouTube tutorials to build a solid foundation.Jay Garcia, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Soto posted a picture of himself in a Mets hat and jersey that was taken during his introductory press conference at Citi Field.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 17 Dec. 2024
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Has the fundamental power structure of the sport changed?Ben Bolch, Los Angeles Times, 19 Dec. 2024
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This shift requires comprehensive training and a fundamental change in mindset across the organization.Danny Jenkins, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Rudimentary.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rudimentary. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.
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