primitive — relating to an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈprɪmɪtɪv/
Korean meaning: 원시의, 원시적인, 초기의
Korean pronunciation: **프리**미티브
Example Sentences
- My camping experience was so primitive that I felt like a caveman trying to make fire with two sticks.
- The primitive computer from the 1980s looks like a dinosaur compared to today's smartphones.
- Scientists discovered primitive microorganisms in the ancient rock formations.
primitive
ADJECTIVE//ˈprɪmɪtɪv//
relating to an early stage in the evolutionary or historical development of something
Cave dwellers use primitive fire-making techniques for survival
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Primitive yet positive, sensitive to light!
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Origin
From Latin 'primitivus' meaning 'first' or 'original,' derived from 'primus' (first). The word entered English through Old French to describe something in an early or original state.
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“My camping experience was so primitive that I felt like a caveman trying to make fire with two sticks.”
“The primitive computer from the 1980s looks like a dinosaur compared to today's smartphones.”
“Scientists discovered primitive microorganisms in the ancient rock formations.”
“His primitive cooking skills resulted in burnt toast and raw eggs for breakfast.”
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