Definition of «rudimentary»

The word rudimentary has two meanings. Firstly, it can refer to something that is basic or fundamental in nature - an essential part of a system or organization. Secondly, it can describe something that is very simple and basic in form or quality; primitive or crude.

Usage examples

  1. The students were taught basic arithmetic using rudimentary tools such as wooden rods and counting beads.
  2. The early computers had a rudimentary design and lacked a graphical user interface.
  3. The artist's early sketches were quite rudimentary compared to their later intricate and detailed masterpieces.
  4. The cave paintings discovered by archaeologists provide valuable insights into the rudimentary art forms of our ancient ancestors.
  5. The explorers relied on rudimentary navigation techniques like compasses and star charts to find their way through uncharted territories.

Sentences with «rudimentary»

  • This creates a bunch of value on the other side and we see that betting against these top teams is a wise decision at the most rudimentary of levels. (sportsinsights.com)
  • First off, for anyone with even rudimentary understanding of biology and chemistry, calling carbon dioxide pollution is akin to calling oxygen pollution. (wattsupwiththat.com)
  • In this chapter, a review of communication is outlined beginning with rudimentary forms of oral communication, to writing, to print, to wire, to wireless, to TV and the multitudes of influences upon our culture from these media. (religion-online.org)
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