GRE Word List
RUDIMENTARY
consisting in first principles : fundamental
The meaning of the word rudimentary is consisting in first principles : fundamental.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |
| contrived | having an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial |
| oligarchy | government by the few |
| pedigree | a register recording a line of ancestors |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| virtue | conformity to a standard of right : morality |
| marked | having an identifying mark |
| compost | a mixture that consists largely of decayed organic matter and is used for fertilizing and conditioning land |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |