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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perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
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consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord
strutto become turgid : swell
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
uniquebeing the only one : sole
strangleto choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle