📘elementary

adjective
/ˌɛlɪˈmɛntəri/

Meaning

Relating to the basic or fundamental aspects of something; simple or easy to understand.
basic; fundamental; primary level

Example Sentences

She gave an elementary explanation of the problem.

He learned elementary mathematics in school.

Example Expressions

elementary, my dear Watson

Synonyms

basic, fundamental, simple, introductory, rudimentary, primary
Entry 1
basic, fundamental, simple, introductory, rudimentary
Entry 2
basic, fundamental, primary, simple

Antonyms

advanced, complex, sophisticated, difficult
Entry 1
advanced, complex, sophisticated
Entry 2
advanced, complex, sophisticated, difficult

Collocations

elementary school, elementary knowledge, elementary level, elementary course
Entry 1
elementary school, elementary knowledge, elementary level, elementary course
Entry 2
elementary school, elementary level, elementary knowledge

More Example Sentences

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda and he demonstrates how the eruption works

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda and he demonstrates how the eruption works by adding vinegar to create a fizzy reaction

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda and he demonstrates how the eruption works by adding vinegar to create a fizzy reaction while explaining the science behind real volcanoes

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda and he demonstrates how the eruption works by adding vinegar to create a fizzy reaction while explaining the science behind real volcanoes and the judges are impressed by his clear presentation

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda and he demonstrates how the eruption works by adding vinegar to create a fizzy reaction while explaining the science behind real volcanoes and the judges are impressed by his clear presentation so they award him first place in his age group

A boy enters a science fair at his elementary school with a homemade volcano project that he built using cardboard, paint, and baking soda and he demonstrates how the eruption works by adding vinegar to create a fizzy reaction while explaining the science behind real volcanoes and the judges are impressed by his clear presentation so they award him first place in his age group and his project is displayed at the front of the school for a whole week.

Related Vocabularies

lasting, relating to, or extending over a long period of time
completely ridiculous or absurd; contrary to reason or common sense
easy to love; endearing or charming
Showing great attention to detail or correct behavior.
Likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular thing.
Opposing political or social progress or reform; extremely conservative.

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