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Meaning of elementary
The primary meaning of the word "elementary" is related to something that is simple or easy to understand.
Etymology of elementary
The word "elementary" originates from the Old French word "elementaire", which is derived from the Latin word "elementarius", meaning "of or pertaining to the elements"
Historically, the term was used to describe something that was related to the basic elements or principles of a subject or field
Synonyms
simple
basic
fundamental
straightforward
uncomplicated
easy
plain
clear
obvious
self-evident
intuitive
rudimentary
primitive
introductory
preliminary
initial
beginning
foundational
underlying
essential
inherent
innate
intrinsic
inherent
native
instinctive
inherent
inborn
ingrained
innate
fundamental
elemental
primary
primal
initial
first
opening
commencing
embryonic
formative
nascent
rudimental
uncomplex
uncompounded
uninvolved
undemanding
effortless
painless
trouble-free
hassle-free
straightforward
uncomplicated
effortless
painless
trouble-free
easy-going
relaxed
laid-back
untroubled
serene
peaceful
calm
tranquil
basic
elemental
fundamental
underlying
essential
primary
initial
preliminary
rudimentary
introductory
foundational
inherent
intrinsic
innate
simple
uncomplicated
uncomplex
effortless.
Definitions
- Relating to the most basic or fundamental aspects of something
- Easy to understand or deal with because of being simple or uncomplicated
- Relating to or consisting of elements, especially the simplest or most basic ones
Usage Examples
- The detective found the solution to the crime to be elementary, as the evidence was straightforward and easy to interpret
- The teacher tried to make the complex math concept more elementary by breaking it down into simpler steps
- The company's elementary approach to marketing was to focus on the basic needs of their customers
Antonyms
complex
complicated
difficult
challenging
hard
demanding
troublesome
problematic
intricate
involved
convoluted
tangled
knotty
abstruse
obscure
ambiguous
unclear
vague
uncertain
doubtful
questionable
puzzling
perplexing
baffling
confusing
enigmatic
mysterious
arcane
esoteric
recondite
advanced
sophisticated
complicated
nuanced
multifaceted
intricate
detailed
elaborate
Byzantine
labyrinthine
tortuous
circuitous
roundabout.