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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WordMeaning
enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
routa state of wild confusion or disorderly retreat
promiscuoushaving or involving many sexual partners : not restricted to one sexual partner or few sexual partners
communalof or relating to one or more communes
galleona heavy square-rigged sailing ship of the 15th to early 18th centuries used for war or commerce especially by the Spanish
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
nuancea subtle distinction or variation
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert