Rudimentary
Adjective
Definition: Involving or limited to basic principles; relating to or being in the earliest stages of development.
Synonyms: Basic, Elementary, Fundamental
Antonyms: Advanced, Sophisticated, Complex
- The children only have a rudimentary understanding of mathematics.
- The company had to start with a rudimentary prototype before developing a fully functional product.
- The root word "rud" can be associated with "rudimentary," which means basic or foundational.
- Think of a rudimentary skill as the first step towards mastering a more advanced skill.
Etymology:
The word "rudimentary" comes from the Latin word "rudimentum," which means "a first attempt" or "a beginning."
Historical Usage:The term has been used in English since the mid-17th century and has consistently referred to something basic or undeveloped.
Related Idioms:
"Rudimentary knowledge"
Explanation:Refers to a basic or introductory level of understanding or expertise in a particular subject.
Misconceptions:
Assuming rudimentary implies incompetence or lack of intelligence.
Explanation:Rudimentary simply means basic or fundamental, and does not necessarily imply a lack of intelligence or ability. It refers to the early stages of development or understanding.