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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

rudimentary

/ˌroʊdɪˈmɛnti/ adjective · British & US
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What does rudimentary mean?

adjective

Lacking in development or refinement; basic or elementary. Used to describe something that is in its earliest stage of development or is not fully developed.

Example

"The company's rudimentary website was in need of a major overhaul."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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