rudimental

adjective

Definition of rudimentalnext
as in rudimentary
of or relating to the simplest facts or theories of a subject learned the rudimental concepts of math at an early age

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rudimental
  1. rudimentary
  2. basic
  3. elementary
  4. introductory
  5. fundamental
Adjective
  • The nonsensical story, intentionally rudimentary special effects, and colorful visuals make House a perfect movie to watch on mute at a bar.
    Bethy Squires, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2024
  • Some characters observe paper cutouts against moving backdrops via magnifying glass, creating their own rudimentary 3D in the process, at a time when cinema was in its infancy.
    Siddhant Adlakha, IndieWire, 25 Oct. 2024
Definition of rudimentary
Adjective
  • Many readers have told me my booklet has served as a valuable tool in teaching their children basic good manners.
    Jeanne Phillips, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
  • These basic tests, combined with age and medical history, are enough to make a clear diagnosis.
    Jianying Zhang, Discover Magazine, 8 Nov. 2024
Definition of basic
Adjective
  • Los Gatos Union School District’s Measure CC is a bond measure that would secure $163 million to improve school facilities at its elementary and middle schools.
    Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Rothenberg Preparatory Academy: This would become a neighborhood Montessori school for elementary students.
    Madeline Mitchell, The Enquirer, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of elementary
Adjective
  • Back in her introductory scene, though, Sofia is a beacon in the darkness.
    Gavia Baker-Whitelaw, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2024
  • At the Madison Square Garden rally in New York last month, Trump surrogate Vivek Ramaswamy said during his introductory remarks that the Empire State was a 2024 swing state, a projection that Democrats aren't buying.
    David Jackson, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of introductory
Adjective
  • This layer is essential for storing large volumes of data, fundamental for future analysis and strategic planning.
    Greg Kihlstrom, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • There are fundamental values on the line, even beyond democracy — women’s rights, civil rights, the safety of immigrants.
    Mark Z. Barabak, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of fundamental
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