GRE Word List
RUDIMENTARY
consisting in first principles : fundamental
The meaning of the word rudimentary is consisting in first principles : fundamental.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perfunctory | characterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical |
| dermatologist | a branch of medicine dealing with the skin, its structure, functions, and diseases |
| capacity | legal competency (see competence |
| consonant | being in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord |
| strut | to become turgid : swell |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| unique | being the only one : sole |
| strangle | to choke to death by compressing the throat with something (such as a hand or rope) : throttle |