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 |
|---|---|
| stymie | to present an obstacle to : stand in the way of |
| contempt | the act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain |
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| bate | to reduce the force or intensity of : restrain |
| invoke | to petition for help or support |
| epigram | a concise poem dealing pointedly and often satirically with a single thought or event and often ending with an ingenious turn of thought |
| tureen | a deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
| miniature | a copy on a much reduced scale |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |