Elementary

Meaning

basic; fundamental; primary level

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

Example Sentences

He learned elementary mathematics in school.

She gave an elementary explanation of the problem.

Example Expressions

elementary, my dear Watson

Synonyms

basic, fundamental, primary, simple, introductory, rudimentary

Entry 1

basic, fundamental, primary, simple

Entry 2

basic, fundamental, simple, introductory, rudimentary

Antonyms

advanced, complex, sophisticated, difficult

Entry 1

advanced, complex, sophisticated, difficult

Entry 2

advanced, complex, sophisticated

Collocations

elementary school, elementary level, elementary knowledge, elementary course

Entry 1

elementary school, elementary level, elementary knowledge

Entry 2

elementary school, elementary knowledge, elementary level, elementary course